Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Position Overview

LOR Geotechnical Group, Inc. has been delivering innovative, practical solutions in geotechnical, geologic, environmental, and construction inspection services since 1988. Based in Riverside, CA, our multi-disciplinary team tackles complex challenges to build safer communities. We are currently looking for a highly motivated Staff Geotechnical Engineer to work on diverse, impactful projects that keep our communities safe and sustainable.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate field investigations while developing lab testing programs
• Log exploratory borings/trenches and prepare geotechnical maps
• Perform shallow hand auger borings and collect soil samples
• Conduct infiltration/percolation testing
• Perform pavement coring, analysis, and design
• Observe and test grading and construction activities
• Prepare proposals, technical reports, and perform engineering calculations (slope stability, liquefaction potential, foundation support, pavement design, etc.)
• Review drawings and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering (required)
• Licensing: EIT preferred (or ability to obtain within 1 year); California PE is a plus
• Experience: Training provided; willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong communication, organizational, and report-writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel; AutoCAD experience preferred and willingness to learn geotechnical software
• Ability to travel and perform field work under inclement weather and physically demanding conditions
• Flexibility to work beyond a standard 40-hour week when required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; willingness to travel to job sites in southern California

Compensation

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits & Perks

• Company vehicle for field work
• Health insurance
• Paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick leave)
• ESOP retirement account – become an employee-owner
• Bonus pay opportunities
• Professional development assistance
• Supportive, collaborative team environment