Senior Staff Engineer

Position Overview

At NV5, we provide comprehensive materials testing and inspection services across multiple states including New Jersey, Florida, New Mexico, and California through certified, approved laboratories and mobile laboratories that meet your on‐site testing needs. Our expert team ensures materials are thoroughly tested to verify compliance with applicable standards and specifications so they perform as designed. We support construction and renovation projects by emphasizing accuracy, compliance, and safety.

Join Our Geotechnical Materials Engineering Team in Southern California! Based in San Diego or Anaheim, CA, you will lead exciting projects from start to finish, build lasting client relationships, and collaborate across departments. This role offers a balance of office-based work (75%) and hands-on fieldwork (25%), providing you with both strategic oversight and practical field engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Engineering Project Manager on DSA/OSHPD projects.
• Direct, review and monitor work performed by materials testing and inspection personnel.
• Review field and laboratory reports as well as plans and specifications.
• Prepare and/or review materials testing proposals.
• Manage projects from inception through completion with primary responsibility for managing client expectations, ensuring technical excellence, adherence to budget and schedule.
• Participate in the training and mentoring of staff.
• Conduct annual and interim performance reviews and monitor progress toward performance goals.
• Ensure that all laboratory and staff accreditations and certifications are maintained and up to date.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering (Master's in Geotechnical is a plus).
• 3-5 years of relevant field experience.
• CA PE or CA EIT is a plus, though not required.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and solve problems creatively.
• Proven experience in reviewing technical specifications and field/laboratory reports.
• Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards (DSA, OSHPD, Caltrans, AASHTO, ASTM test methods for HMA, aggregate, soils, steel, masonry, and concrete).
• Experience reviewing concrete/asphalt mix designs and overseeing materials testing/inspections in the field.
• Thorough understanding of accreditation policies for agencies including Caltrans, DSA, AMRL, CCRL, and IAS.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Base pay range of $90,000 to $120,000 per year, which may vary based on experience, skills, and location. Restricted stock units may also be provided as part of the compensation package.
• Benefits: Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and professional development/advancement opportunities.
• All local employment laws apply, and NV5 is an equal opportunity employer.