Geotechnical Project Engineer (Hollister/Salinas) - Earth Systems Pacific - Hollister, California, United States

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 22:30:57 -0600

Earth Systems: Your Trusted Partner in Geotechnical Excellence

With a rich history of providing a full spectrum of geotechnical, geology, environmental consulting, materials testing, and special inspection services since 1969, Earth Systems is deeply rooted within our communities. Our foundation is our people. We embrace our diverse staff of highly skilled professionals who have a wide range of backgrounds, experience, and talents. At each of our 10 offices throughout California, we foster a collaborative teamwork environment and empower our team with the freedom to steer their projects and career paths.

"I enjoy working with experienced engineers and geologists, gaining valuable knowledge while providing solutions. I take satisfaction seeing our projects come to life in my community and those surrounding." -Antonio, Staff Engineer

Step into a position where your passion and expertise can thrive and see why our average employee tenure is over 11 years!

Earth Systems is seeking a leadership-driven and self-motivated Geotechnical Project Engineer in our Hollister and/or Salinas, CA offices.

The Geotechnical Project Engineer is responsible for planning, interpreting, organizing, scheduling and managing projects through all phases of development. Establishes and monitors budgets, manages project team, assists with project scheduling, and billing. This position is responsible for maintaining client relationships and has authority to direct, control, and monitor all project activities.

Education and Qualifications:

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Engineering concentration required.

M.S. Degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred.

CA Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.

CA Licensed Geotechnical Engineer (GE) preferred.

Required Experience:

5+ years of experience in geotechnical consulting.

The ideal candidate will have experience and familiarity with the local engineering practice.

Experience interacting with clients and initiating business development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage small to medium sized geotechnical, forensic, and construction projects, including consulting with clients, design professionals, and contractors.

Plan and supervise soil exploration, logging, and classification.

Schedule laboratory testing to evaluate soil types, behavior, and engineering properties.

Evaluate geologic and seismic hazards, including liquefaction, lateral spreading, and dry sand settlement; provide mitigation recommendations when needed.

Analyze natural, fill, and reinforced slopes.

Evaluate distressed structures and failed slopes and give mitigation recommendations.

Conduct comprehensive engineering analyses, develop appropriate geotechnical recommendations, and produce detailed engineering reports documenting findings and recommendations.

Prepare proposals, schedules, and reports to achieve project goals while managing budgets reviewing billing and preparing change orders.

Serve as a technical advisor to staff level professionals and field technicians.

Work under the supervision of an authorized project reviewer.

Contribute to business development efforts by identifying and pursuing new opportunities, and building relationships with potential clients.

Demonstrate the company’s safety behaviors by following safety protocols and promoting a safety culture among team members.

Knowledge and Skills

Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.

Ability to read and properly interpret project plans.

Ability to perform engineering calculations and analyses and understand validity of findings.

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations pertinent to Geotechnical Engineering.

Advanced knowledge of testing and inspection of construction materials, standards, and codes.

Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.

Proficiency in Project Management Software preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to effectively meet deadlines.

Ability to complete tasks with accuracy and with strong attention to detail.

Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Understands AutoCAD and other design software.

Understands terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical reports and project preparation.

Able to receive and execute the direction of Principal Engineers and/or Managers.

Availability to commute/relocate:

Reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to starting work (Required)

What we offer:

Competitive salary

Bundled Medical/Vision/Dental Plan options (including a 100% Employer Paid plan option & up to 50% dependent paid)

Employer sponsored life and AD&D coverage

Employer sponsored long-term disability insurance

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

License/continuing education reimbursement

Join us at Earth Systems and be a part of a team that values excellence in geotechnical engineering!

The expected pay range for this position is $85k-125k. Exact rate is dependent on several factors such as experience, skills, education/license/certifications, and geographic location.

Employment conditioned upon the satisfactory completion of a background check, review of Motor Vehicle Records, drug screening, and a medical evaluation appropriate to the position.

Earth Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer under Section 503 and VEVRAA.

Earth Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.