Principal Geotechnical Engineer

ACE Quality Control•Roseville, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Allerion Consulting Group - Lead, Grow, and Shape the Future of Geotechnical Engineering. Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing technical team? Allerion Consulting Group, a growing geotechnical engineering firm based in Roseville, California, is seeking a Principal Engineer to lead our Geotechnical, Environmental, and Engineering teams. This is a key leadership position responsible for managing technical staff, driving departmental growth, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a wide range of impactful infrastructure projects. At Allerion, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing meaningful career growth, strong financial opportunities, and a culture that respects work-life balance. We understand that our employees work for their families—and we take that into account in how we operate and grow as a company.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (required)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required (California)
Proven senior management experience, including: Department capacity planning KPI development and performance tracking Supporting revenue growth through marketing/business development collaboration
Strong knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles including: Foundation systems Levees and dams Soil behavior and subsurface conditions
Experience managing mid-size teams and complex project workloads
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong client focus
Proficiency in standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering (preferred)
Geotechnical Engineer (GE) license preferred (or actively pursuing in California)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the geotechnical and environmental department, including team growth and revenue development
Establish and maintain department KPIs, develop solutions, and ensure performance goals are met
Foster a collaborative environment that promotes teamwork and inclusive culture
Perform and oversee geotechnical engineering analyses for: Infrastructure projects, Dams and levees, Bridges, hospitals, schools, and vertical construction
Coordinate and mentor staff performing subsurface investigations and field operations
Prepare and review cost estimates, schedules, and technical reports
Develop innovative solutions for complex and unconventional geotechnical challenges
Mentor staff in construction observation activities, including grading, foundation preparation, pile installation, and tie-back systems
Collaborate with internal departments, clients, contractors, and stakeholders throughout all project phases
Support business development efforts and work closely with marketing to achieve annual growth goals