Senior Geological Engineer
About The Position
Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for a skilled Senior Geological Engineer with 10+ years' experience related to geological engineering, geotechnical engineering or geology, soil logging and testing, foundation design, geotechnical type analysis, technical report preparation, and/or construction testing and observation. This position is a hybrid schedule and requires travel. The ideal candidate must have previous experience working on one or more of the following types of disciplines: geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, geology, or civil engineering. However, we are open to providing training for the right candidate. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and writing skills and technical background in geologic/engineering projects.
Requirements
- BS degree in geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, or geology (MS preferred)
- Professional Engineer (PE) registered in the state of California (ideally also a Professional Geologist (PG) and Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG))
- 10+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firm or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required
- Exceptional attention to detail and writing skills are required for this task
- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Physical ability to be in the field, carry equipment, perform testing and sampling for multiple hours or multiple days in a row
- Travel within the state of California (travel outside of California is a plus but not required)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with Rocscience, GeoStudio, and Ensoft software
Nice To Haves
- Rope work (ideally rope certified, i.e., SPRAT certification)
Responsibilities
- Rock mechanics
- Slope stability analysis including rock slope stability and kinematic analysis
- Rockfall hazard assessments
- Rock bolting and retaining walls
- Deep and shallow foundations including drilled shafts and providing support (including on site) during foundation construction and installation
- Instrumentation
- Dams
- Tunnel characterization
- Planning, implementing, and managing geotechnical exploration and drilling programs including rock coring and assigning laboratory testing
- Supervising field observation, testing, and performing site visits
- Supporting project managers in budget management, client updates, and general project management tasks
- Preparing and presenting technical presentations to clients and technical review boards
- Proactively troubleshoot and problem-solve with practical, client-focused solutions
- Leading teams and professionally develop staff at all levels
- Organize priorities and multi-task effectively
- Continuous improvement in a team environment
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
