Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to add technical and business development expertise to our Oakland, California office supporting our growing Dams, Levees, and Hydropower engineering practice. GEI offers a hybrid work environment that allows a mix of remote and in‐office work.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager and technical lead for geotechnical engineering projects including evaluation, design, and remediation of dams, levees, hydropower facilities, geotechnical instrumentation, and investigations for major water infrastructure.
• Prepare technical scopes of work, project budgets, requests for proposals, and technical reports for proposals and projects.
• Lead proposal teams and deliver effective presentations.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Maintain high marketplace visibility through regular client contact, professional organization participation, and industry event presentations.
• Manage projects and staff, including technical oversight, risk management, mentoring, and ensuring project success.
• Assist in recruiting and training additional team members.
• Travel as needed, including overnight travel, to support field components of projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field (M.S. preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in geotechnical engineering with significant project management expertise including proposal preparation and budgeting.
• Strong background in geotechnical or geostructural engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, and groundwater hydrology.
• Demonstrated technical excellence with the ability to develop client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
• Entrepreneurial attitude with a proven track record in business development.
• Willingness and ability to travel for short-term assignments and perform field tasks.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Professional Engineering license is required.

Benefits & Perks

• 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 with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement.
• Professional Development opportunities including a Connecting Conversation Program.
• Support for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses.
• Paid Holidays and a Generous Paid Time Off Program.
• Rewards and Recognition programs.
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k).
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder.
• A vibrant culture focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Community Giving, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
• And More…