Principal Geotechnical Engineer

6 days ago


San Jose, California, United States Kleinfelder Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Geotechnical Engineer to join our team at Kleinfelder. As a key member of our Geotechnical Services group, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and expertise in geotechnical engineering design, construction support, and project management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate services with internal and external teams to deliver high-quality geotechnical engineering solutions.
  • Perform geotechnical engineering design, construction support, and oversight, as well as project management and staff support duties.
  • Ensure high client satisfaction by providing constructible designs, responsive client service, and meeting deadlines.
  • Lead diverse project teams and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Capture business development opportunities, prepare proposals, and lead technical aspects of large pursuits.
  • Manage and mentor staff, including geotechnical engineers and technicians.
Requirements
  • Minimum 8 years of related experience in geotechnical engineering.
  • Licensed geotechnical engineer (GE) or ability to obtain within 1 year.
  • Proven experience in geotechnical levee design, seepage analysis, and slope stability of embankments.
  • Proven experience in design of shallow, mat, and deep foundations, and retaining walls.
  • Proven experience as geotechnical engineer of record for construction support.
  • Proven experience as a trusted advisor to clients of all sizes.
  • Proven experience in leading diverse project teams and capturing business development opportunities.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Recognized leader in the field of geotechnical engineering.
  • Ability to develop highly motivated individuals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience planning, implementing, and managing geotechnical exploration programs.
  • Experience guiding staff engineers in performing material and site characterization, foundation recommendations, slope stability, and settlement analyses.
  • Experience preparing geotechnical reports, drawings, and specifications for foundations and earthwork.
  • Experience supporting project managers in budget management, client updates, and general project management tasks.
  • Experience preparing and presenting technical presentations to clients and technical review boards.
  • Experience supervising field observation, testing, and performing site visits.
About Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder is a leading engineering, science, and construction firm that provides solutions to improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. We are a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project.

Benefits
  • Excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
  • Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
  • Reimbursement for continuing education and certifications.
  • Mentoring program for career development.


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