GEI Consultants, Inc.
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
GEI Consultants, Inc., Carlsbad, California, United States, 92002
Location: Carlsbad, CA, United States
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2025
We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager to add technical and business development expertise to our growing Western Region.The chosen candidate will be part of our growing Southern California area practice and will be an active partner with our Western Region in supporting our profitable and growing Dams, Levees, and Hydropower engineering practice.
Job Locations This position is available in our Sacramento, Oakland, Bakersfield, Pasadena, Carlsbad and Portland offices.
Job Flexibility GEI is instituting a hybrid workplace environment, which allows workers to choose from a range of options allowing a combination of work from home and in the office. This can range from working in the office a minimum of 2-days a week, or electing to work the full 5-days in the office. This allows for a forward-looking flexible work environment in our office of the future.
Project manager and technical lead for geotechnical engineering projects and tasks including evaluation, design and remediation of dams, levees and hydropower facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design for major water infrastructure including conveyance (pipelines, canals, penstocks, pump stations, and tunnels), bridge, and waterfront facilities.
Prepare technical scopes of work for proposals and projects, project budgets, requests for proposals for contractors, and technical reports.
Lead proposal teams and presentations.
Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams.
Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
Manage projects and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring.
Assist in recruiting and training additional staff.
This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.
10+ years of previous professional experience in geotechnical engineering; significant Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.
Extensive geotechnical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical or geostructural engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, and groundwater hydrology.
Recognized for technical excellence and development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
Demonstrated entrepreneurial attitude with desire and ability to participate in business development efforts to generate new work.
Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Professional Engineering license required.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. We are focused on partnership, sustainability, giving back to our communities and diversity, equity and inclusion.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Pay Range For This Position: $140,000-180,000 per year
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
Rewards and Recognition
GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: X
Sedentary
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
6-8 hours
Standing
0-1 hour
Walking
0-1 hour
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level)
(in pounds)
Lifting (waist level and above)
(in pounds)
Carrying objects
0-1 hour
Push/pull
X
Twisting
0-1 hour
0-1 hour
Reaching forward
0-1 hour
Reaching overhead
0-1 hour
X
3-5 hours
1-2 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
6-8 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
0-1 hour
Talk or hear
6-8 hours
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
X
Chemical
X
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
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We are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer/Project Manager to add technical and business development expertise to our growing Western Region.The chosen candidate will be part of our growing Southern California area practice and will be an active partner with our Western Region in supporting our profitable and growing Dams, Levees, and Hydropower engineering practice.
Job Locations This position is available in our Sacramento, Oakland, Bakersfield, Pasadena, Carlsbad and Portland offices.
Job Flexibility GEI is instituting a hybrid workplace environment, which allows workers to choose from a range of options allowing a combination of work from home and in the office. This can range from working in the office a minimum of 2-days a week, or electing to work the full 5-days in the office. This allows for a forward-looking flexible work environment in our office of the future.
Project manager and technical lead for geotechnical engineering projects and tasks including evaluation, design and remediation of dams, levees and hydropower facilities; geotechnical instrumentation; geotechnical investigations and design for major water infrastructure including conveyance (pipelines, canals, penstocks, pump stations, and tunnels), bridge, and waterfront facilities.
Prepare technical scopes of work for proposals and projects, project budgets, requests for proposals for contractors, and technical reports.
Lead proposal teams and presentations.
Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary, multi-geographic project teams.
Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events.
Manage projects and staff, including technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring.
Assist in recruiting and training additional staff.
This position has a field component; travel and some overnight travel is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of B.S. degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering or related field. M.S. preferred.
10+ years of previous professional experience in geotechnical engineering; significant Project Management experience, including proposal preparation and budgeting; thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations; proven business development skills.
Extensive geotechnical background including a strong fundamental knowledge of principles of geotechnical or geostructural engineering, soil and rock mechanics, earthquake engineering, and groundwater hydrology.
Recognized for technical excellence and development of client-focused, creative, and practical solutions.
Demonstrated entrepreneurial attitude with desire and ability to participate in business development efforts to generate new work.
Willingness and ability to travel on short-term assignments as needed.
Willingness and ability to perform field tasks and oversight.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Professional Engineering license required.
We are GEI.
Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.
We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.
With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.
Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. We are focused on partnership, sustainability, giving back to our communities and diversity, equity and inclusion.
GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes
Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
Pay Range For This Position: $140,000-180,000 per year
Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
Rewards and Recognition
GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: X
Sedentary
Light
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
6-8 hours
Standing
0-1 hour
Walking
0-1 hour
Climbing
X
Lifting (floor to waist level)
(in pounds)
Lifting (waist level and above)
(in pounds)
Carrying objects
0-1 hour
Push/pull
X
Twisting
0-1 hour
0-1 hour
Reaching forward
0-1 hour
Reaching overhead
0-1 hour
X
3-5 hours
1-2 hours
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
6-8 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
0-1 hour
Talk or hear
6-8 hours
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
X
Far Vision
X
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Depth perception
X
Hearing
X
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
X
Chemical
X
X
Extreme temperatures
X
Radiation
X
Uneven surfaces or elevations
X
X
Dust/particulate matter
X
Other work hours
GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.
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