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Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Geotechnical team is looking for you! From earthquake and seismic engineering to the latest trenchless technology methods, Kleinfelder's Geotechnical Services support the planning, engineering, and construction of complex projects, and our specialists are leading experts in their fields.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder is growing in San Diego! We are seeking candidates with 10+ years experience related to engineering geology, soil logging and testing, landslide investigation, and fault identification and investigation.
Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and writing skills and technical background in engineering/geologic projects. Experience in the following areas is also desired:
- Experience with geologic and engineering projects and data interpretation
- Planning, implementing, and managing geotechnical and geologic exploration programs including assigning laboratory testing
- Guiding staff geologists and/or engineers in performing material and site characterization, faulting analysis, slope stability, etc.
- Managing all aspects of projects, including safety, quality, schedule and budget, and client interface and communications
- Preparing technical reports and geologic analyses
- Coordinating and providing quality control for data collection and review of project results
- Preparing and making technical presentations to clients and technical review boards
- Supervising field observation, testing, and performing site visits
- Active participation in and leading business development activities
- Proactively troubleshooting and problem-solving with practical, client-focused solutions
- Leading teams and professionally develop staff at all levels
- Organizing priorities and effectively multi-tasking
Requirements
- BS degree in geology; MS degree preferred
- Registered Professional Geologist (PG) and Certified Engineering geologist (CEG) in California
- 10+ years of related experience in consulting engineering firms or related service business and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations required
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Minimum of 10 years of soil logging experience
- Minimum of 10 years of fault trench logging experience
- Minimum of 10 years of landslide mapping and evaluation experience
- 40-hour HAZWOPER training (a plus but not required)
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Physical ability to be in the field, carry equipment, perform testing and sampling for multiple hours or multiple days in a row
- Working experience with Microsoft suite
Preferred experience:
- GeoStudio (SEEP/W, SLOPE/W)
This position will be required to work on projects requiring full vaccination from COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of vaccination or an acceptable exemption in order to work on the project.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $84,299 - $140,340
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
