Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Title: Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Geotech Oakland, California
Salary: USD 140000 - 190000 Annually

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to add technical and business development expertise to our Oakland, California office supporting our profitable and growing Dams, Levees, and Hydropower engineering practice.

Job Flexibility

GEI is instituting a hybrid workplace environment, which allows workers to choose from a range of options allowing a combination of work from home and in the office. This can range from working in the office a minimum of 2-days a week, or electing to work the full 5-days in the office. This allows for a forward-looking flexible work environment in our office of the future.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Project manager and technical lead for geotechnical engineering projects and tasks including evaluation, design and remediation of dams, levees and hydropower facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design for major water infrastructure including conveyance (pipelines, canals, penstocks, pump stations, and tunnels), bridge, and waterfront facilities.
• Prepare technical scopes of work for proposals and projects, project budgets, requests for proposals for contractors, and technical reports.
• Lead proposal teams and presentations.
• Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams.
• Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
• Manage projects and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring.
• Assist in recruiting and training additional staff.
• This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.
• 10+ years of previous professional experience in geotechnical engineering; significant Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.
• Extensive geotechnical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical or geostructural engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, and groundwater hydrology.
• Recognized for technical excellence and development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial attitude with desire and ability to participate in business development efforts to generate new work.
• Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
• Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Professional Engineering license required.

We are GEI. 

 

Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

 

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.  

 

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

 

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.  

 

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.

 

GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes 

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $140,000.00 – $190,000.00/year
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

Functional Demands:    

Sedentary

Light

X 

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) 

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X 0-2hrs 

 

 

 

Standing

X 

 

 

 

Walking

 

 

X – 6-8hrs 

 

Climbing

 

 

 

X 

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

 

25lbs 

 

 

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

 

25lbs 

 

 

Carrying objects

 

 

X 

 

Push/pull

 

X – 4-6hrs 

 

 

Twisting

 

X 

 

 

Bending

X 

 

 

 

Reaching forward

X 

 

 

 

Reaching overhead

X 

 

 

 

Squat/kneel/crawl

X 

 

 

 

Wrist position deviation

 

 

X 

 

Pinching/fine motor skills

 

X 

 

 

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X 

 

 

 

Taste or smell (taste=never)

 

 

 

X 

Talk or hear

 

 

X 

 

Accurate 20/40 

Very Accurate 20/20 

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X 

 

Far Vision

X 

 

 

 

Yes

No

Not Applicable 

Color Discrimination

X 

Sensory Requirements 

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable 

Depth perception

X 

 

Hearing

 

X 

 

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

 

X 

Chemical

X 

 

Airborne communicable diseases

 

X 

Extreme temperatures

X 

 

Radiation

 

X 

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X 

 

Extreme noise levels

X 

 

Dust/particulate matter

X 

 

 

Other (exposure risks):  

 

 

Usual workday hours:

 

8

X 

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans. 

Disclaimer

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.