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Geotechnical Design Engineer

Malcolm Drilling

Job Description

Job Description

Join a company that has been shaping the deep foundation industry for over 60 years! Malcolm Drilling is seeking a driven Ground Improvement Design Engineer to support an exciting project located in Irwindale or San Diego, CA. This role focuses heavily on ground improvement design and engineering analysis for ground improvement systems and collaborating with PMs and construction teams to deliver quality and cost-effective solutions. If you’re looking for a dynamic opportunity to grow your career with an innovative team, we would like to hear from you!  

 

Job Title: Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location: San Diego, CA | Office based role
Employment Type: Full-Time

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed design calculations and engineering analyses for ground improvement systems.
  • Utilize proprietary in-house design software (similar to CLIQ) to model and optimize ground improvement solutions
  • Interpret geotechnical reports, soil data, and project specifications to inform design decisions
  • Prepare design reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with project requirements
  • Provide technical support during bidding, including preliminary designs and value engineering alternatives
  • Review and validate field performance data and adjust designs as necessary
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
  • Support continuous improvement of internal design tools and methodologies

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field, Master’s preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in ground improvement design or geotechnical engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)
  • Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground improvement techniques
  • Experience with design software tools; familiarity with proprietary or specialized geotechnical software is highly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Benefits Package

  • Competitive Salary
  • 100% paid premiums for Dental and Vision plans for the employee and all dependents
  • Malcolm covers an average of ninety percent of the medical premium for the employee and all dependents
  • Malcolm contributes up to 10% of your salary into a retirement plan.
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • A committed safety culture and supportive team environment
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