Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Project Geotechnical Engineer
Lead geotechnical investigations and design for dams and infrastructure in Western US.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Plan and execute subsurface investigations (drilling, CPTs, onsite tests) across Northern California. • Review and assess soil and rock samples for laboratory testing. • Supervise construction inspections to ensure compliance with engineering plans and standards. • Perform engineering analyses: slope stability, seepage, settlement, earth retention, liquefaction, and foundation design. • Conduct seismic stability and deformation analyses of dams, including earthquake ground motions and fault‑induced effects. • Utilize software tools such as Excel, gINT, AutoCAD, LPILE, APILE, Shaft, GeoStudio, Settle3D, PLAXIS, FLAC, Revit, Python, and MATLAB for analyses. • Evaluate expected seismic performance of dams, levees, outlet pipes, and probable maximum flood conditions. • Prepare geotechnical engineering reports and recommendations using Microsoft Office. • Review relevant regulations and standards for technical studies, design, and permitting. • Prepare or peer‑review designs, specifications, and construction documents. • Apply QA/QC requirements to own work and the project team, and support business development proposals.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸subsurface drilling
- ▸soil testing
- ▸construction inspection
- ▸seismic analysis
- ▸geotechnical modeling
- ▸report preparation
What You Bring
• Minimum: BA/BS with 6+ years of related experience or equivalent education. • Preferred: 10+ years of geotechnical engineering experience and a Master’s degree. • California Professional Engineer (PE) license required. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸bs
- ▸6+ yrs
- ▸geotechnical
- ▸pe license
- ▸10+ yrs
- ▸communication
Benefits
You will collaborate with senior engineers and technical experts to plan and execute geotechnical investigations, analyses, and designs for dams and hydropower facilities, gaining exposure to all phases of project development. The position offers strong professional growth, technical mentorship, and advancement within a respected geotechnical and dam engineering practice. AECOM offers comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings, and an employee stock purchase plan, along with relocation assistance when applicable. As a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in FY 2024, we provide a stable, innovative environment powered by deep technical expertise. Our global team champions your growth and career ambitions, allowing you to work on groundbreaking projects locally and worldwide that shape the future of the industry. Cutting‑edge technology, award‑winning training, and a collaborative, respectful workplace give you the freedom to make a real impact. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to your potential, with confidentiality respected under EEO guidelines. The position is based in Oakland, CA (hybrid work model) with a compensation range of $135,000‑$180,000 annually and may require occasional travel. • Comprehensive benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings, and employee stock purchase plan. • Relocation assistance may be available for the role.
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