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Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Ninyo & Moore
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/16/2026

Job Description: Ninyo & Moore, a SOCOTEC Company, has an immediate opening for a "Senior Staff"-level Geotechnical Engineer in San Diego, California. The candidate will be responsible for the following duties: conducting geotechnical investigations and analysis, performing boring layout for utility clearance, supervising drill rigs, classifying soils, logging borings, test pits, and cores, performing floor level surveys, performing testing and observation services, reviewing plans and specifications, and preparing geotechnical reports and letters. Additionally, the Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer will be responsible for assignment and compilation of laboratory testing and geotechnical calculations, including calculations pertaining to slope stability analysis, liquefaction, dynamic settlement, and pile design.

Education: B.S. / B.A. in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering; M.S. preferred. 

Required Skills: The successful candidate should have 2 years of experience, preferably with a geotechnical consulting firm performing duties described above. Candidate should have a thorough understanding and knowledge of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering or engineering geology. Candidate should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, positive attitude, good organizational skills, and a strong work ethic. Must be able to work both independently and as a team member.

Status: Full time, in-office

Location: San Diego, CA

Reference ID: SSGE-SAN

 

Salary : $75,000 - $90,000

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