Geotechnical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Geotechnical Engineer (PE/GE) – Sacramento - Concord, CA

Twining Consulting, an innovative engineering, testing, and inspection company with over 100 years of history, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our Sacramento or Concord office. This position would cover both the Sacramento and Bay Areas of Northern California. This position is ideal for a motivated engineer with approximately 4 to 8 years of experience who is looking to grow technically while gaining exposure to client interaction and project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Support geotechnical investigations, including planning, field coordination, and logging borings as needed
• Perform engineering analyses under the guidance of senior engineers, including shallow foundation design, deep foundation support (piles, drilled shafts), settlement and lateral earth pressure evaluations, and ground improvement recommendations
• Prepare geotechnical reports, including boring logs, figures, and recommendations
• Assist in proposal preparation, including scope development and cost estimates
• Coordinate with field personnel, drillers, laboratory teams, and subcontractors during investigations
• Perform site visits during construction oversight to observe conditions and ongoing construction activities with respect to Twining’s role
• Travel to project sites and provide field support during construction, including coordinating with inspectors and contractors, reviewing field conditions, documenting observations, and assisting in resolving field-related geotechnical issues
• Assist in on-site project coordination and participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, and design teams
• Participate in construction observation activities (e.g., grading, foundation excavations, pile installation) as needed
• Support client interactions and assist with business development efforts, including attending meetings and industry events

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (master’s degree with geotechnical emphasis preferred)
• Minimum of 4 to 8 years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license; GE license preferred
• Strong foundation in geotechnical investigation, analysis, and reporting
• Exposure to transportation or public agency projects (e.g., Caltrans, DSA, HCAI, counties/cities) preferred
• Familiarity with geotechnical software such as Slide, LPile, or similar tools
• Experience with common geotechnical analyses (bearing capacity, settlement, slope stability)
• Basic understanding of seismic design considerations in California, including development of seismic design parameters and liquefaction analyses
• Strong technical writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness to learn and take on increasing responsibility
• Good communication skills with internal teams and clients
• Willingness to engage in professional group meetings and potential client meetings to market Twining’s services
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Twining offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and a 401(k) Plan. Salary rate commensurate with experience.

EOE STATEMENT We are an affirmative action participant and equal employment opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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