Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Office Lead (PE Required)

Description

Seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join and help grow its Orange, CA office. This individual will serve as a technical leader responsible for geotechnical report preparation, technical review, client management, and project execution across a diverse portfolio of commercial, retail, hospitality, and development projects.

The ideal candidate will possess strong geotechnical engineering experience, the ability to independently prepare and sign geotechnical reports, and a client-focused mindset. While leadership responsibilities are expected over time, the primary focus of this role is technical execution, report production, and supporting the continued growth of the California office. Peggy specifically noted they need "technical before management" and someone capable of immediately producing reports and keeping projects moving.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and approve geotechnical engineering reports

Sign and seal geotechnical reports as required

Perform geotechnical analysis and foundation recommendations

Coordinate with field and laboratory personnel throughout project execution

Review subsurface investigations, boring logs, laboratory data, and field observations

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule and budget expectations

Communicate directly with clients regarding project scope, findings, recommendations, and technical concerns

Participate in proposal preparation, project scoping, and fee development

Mentor junior engineers, EITs, technicians, and geologists

Support business development activities, client maintenance, and industry networking events

Work closely with Senior leadership to support continued growth of the Orange office

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Required

BS in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical emphasis

California PE License

6+ years geotechnical engineering experience

Experience writing and reviewing geotechnical reports

Experience performing foundation design recommendations

Experience interacting directly with clients

Strong technical writing skills

Valid driver's license

Preferred

California GE License

MS Geotechnical Engineering

Management or office leadership experience

Proposal development experience

Experience overseeing field and laboratory operations

Existing Southern California consulting industry relationships

Their current Senior Geotechnical Engineer posting already emphasizes report writing, project management, client contact, mentoring, proposal preparation, and business development involvement.

This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA.

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Competitive Salary Health Insurance 401(k) and Profit Sharing Advancement / Relocation Opportunities Educational Advancement Opportunities Pleasant Work Environment Team Atmosphere

This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Orange,CA.

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