Project Geotechnical Engineer - Full-time

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking a Project Geotechnical Engineer to support dam and infrastructure projects across the western United States. In this role, you will work alongside senior engineers and technical experts to plan and execute geotechnical investigations, analyses, and design for a wide range of dam and hydropower facilities. This position offers strong opportunities for professional growth, technical mentorship, and leadership advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan subsurface investigations including drilling exploration boreholes, advancing CPTs, and performing onsite geotechnical tests throughout Northern California.
• Review and assess soil and rock samples for laboratory testing.
• Supervise construction inspections to monitor progress and verify conformance to engineering plans and standards.
• Perform engineering analyses including slope stability, seepage, settlement, earth retention, liquefaction, and foundations.
• Conduct seismic stability and deformation analyses of dams, evaluating earthquake-induced effects and liquefaction potential.
• Utilize tools such as Excel, glNT, AutoCAD, LPILE, APILE, GeoStudio Suite, PLAXIS, FLAC, Revit, Python scripting, and MATLAB for engineering analysis.
• Evaluate seismic performance of dams, levees, and outlet pipes under probable maximum flood conditions.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering reports and recommendations using Microsoft Office software.
• Review regulations and standards for technical studies, design, and permitting work.
• Prepare and/or peer review designs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Apply QA/QC practices and participate in business development activities including proposal preparation.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 6+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience.
• Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• California Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: USD 135000 - USD 180000 yearly, based on education, qualifications, and experience.
• Relocation assistance may be available for this role.
• AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, and more.