Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services•Irvine, CA

16d

About The Position

Langan is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join its team in Irvine, California. The role supports land development projects by preparing technical reports, specifications, and plans, and designing foundations, retaining walls, and other geotechnical elements of construction. The engineer will work with project teams on geotechnical investigations and construction projects, with fieldwork required and travel potentially needed based on business needs and project assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering.
At least 3 years of related geotechnical experience in geotechnical investigations and construction inspections.
Office experience with investigation and fieldwork coordination, geotechnical reports, and specification writing.
Prior field experience in earthwork; driven and drilled pile construction; load testing; footings subgrade and backfill inspection; ground improvements; retaining wall design and construction; and excavation support system design and inspection.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, multitasking ability, and sound judgment.
Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
Ability to perform fieldwork as required.
Travel may be required based on business needs and project assignments.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering strongly preferred.
FE/EIT certification preferred.
Desired software knowledge: gINT, Slide/SLOPE/W, PLAXIS, LPILE, GRLWEAP, MSEW, and SHAKE.

Responsibilities

Design earth structures, deep foundations, support of excavation, and underpinning systems.
Assist the project manager with fieldwork coordination and project management support.
Scope and oversee geotechnical investigations and construction projects, and periodically perform inspections of geotechnical construction as needed.
Coordinate investigations and assist with geotechnical report writing.
Prepare standard logs and field forms, including drilling and test pit logs, field investigation dailies, and chain of custody logs.
Perform fieldwork as required.
Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
401(k)/Roth plan with company match.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Educational reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Flexible work schedules.
Extensive training.
Wellness programs.
Buddy and mentoring programs.
Up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time, and 10 paid holidays throughout the year; eligibility and actual time off may vary.
Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program; bonuses are discretionary.