Top 72 Geotechnical Jobs in Los Angeles, Ca

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - 2026
Mott MacDonald —Los Angeles, CA
- $79,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Staff Geotechnical Engineer
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,500 - $93,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Soil Technician
Clad Consulting, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $25 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Graduate Tunnels Engineer - 2026
Mott MacDonald —Los Angeles, CA
- $79,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Soils Engineering Technician
Giles Engineering Associates, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- Email
- Construction site
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
Instrumentation Engineer – Dam Safety & Monitoring
AECOM —Los Angeles, CA
- $120,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Electrical Engineering
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Senior Construction Inspector
Terracon —California
- $46.75 - $56.93 an hour
- Construction site
- Data analysis skills
- Maintenance
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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3d
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
NV5 —Torrance, CA
- $150,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Mid Level And Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer
Giles Engineering Associates, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- Email
- Civil engineering
- Bachelor of Science
- 3 years
Geotechnical Field Technicians
Geotechnical Professionals Inc. —Cypress, CA
- Construction site
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
Assistant Project Manager
Housing Authority City of Los Angeles —Los Angeles, CA
- $94,140.80 - $115,793.60 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Finance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Graduate Geologist - 2026
Mott MacDonald —Los Angeles, CA
- $77,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Substation Civil Structural Engineer - REMOTE
ICF —Los Angeles, CA
- $108,006 - $222,169 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Soil/Geotechnical Engineer-Sun Valley, CA
Certerra Southwest, LLC. —Sun Valley, CA
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
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Staff Engineer - Geotechnical
GEI Consultants —Pasadena, CA
- $31.25 - $43.26 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Commuter assistance
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10d
Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist
MKA International, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Geotechnical Risk Manager
PCL Constructors Inc. —Long Beach, CA
- $164,000 - $203,000 a year
- Civil engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Building Science Project Engineer - Full-time, Part-time and 1099 Opportunities Available
Partner Engineering and Science Inc. —Torrance, CA
- $70,000 - $120,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Soils Technician
Tetra Tech —Diamond Bar, CA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- 5 years
Senior Geotechnical Engineer (Ph.D. or M.S.)
Exponent Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $115,000 - $135,000 a year
- Email
- Office
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- 401(k)

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Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - 2026

Mott MacDonald -
Los Angeles, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,000 - $88,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Direct client contact
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Full Job Description

Location

Los Angeles, California, United States

Country

United States

Contract type

Regular (US only)

Work pattern

Full Time

Market

Various

Discipline

Geotechnical and tunnelling

Job ref

15329

Recruiter contact

Faiqa Shahid

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we believe that engineering is about more than solving problems, it’s about shaping a future that’s inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. As we expand our operations across the US and Canada, we’re inviting passionate individuals to join us in a journey that’s driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. We’re trusted consultants, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver lasting impact.

From the moment you join our team, you’ll be surrounded by experienced engineering consultants, project managers, and subject matter experts who are committed to excellence and innovation. You’ll work side-by-side with mentors and peers who champion integrity and teamwork, because we know collaboration drives better outcomes – and you won’t just apply your engineering skills, you’ll also embrace the mindset of a consultant.

Together, we’ll tackle complex challenges, deliver sustainable solutions, and create positive change for our clients and the communities they serve. You’ll be trusted to contribute, encouraged to grow, and supported every step of the way.

As a participant in our brand‑new graduate program, Blueprint, launching in October 2026, you’ll embark on a structured three‑year development journey designed in partnership with an award‑winning learning provider. The program blends immersive learning experiences with mandatory development sessions to build the professional, commercial, and personal effectiveness skills graduates need to thrive and grow into future leaders within our business.

Your responsibilities may include:

Log soil borings (hollow-stem auger, mud rotary, sonic) per ASTM D2488/USCS and Caltrans logging conventions; document SPT and Modified California sampling
Observe CPT soundings, test pits, and geophysical surveys; coordinate with drilling and CPT subcontractors
Coordinate USA/DigAlert clearances, encroachment permits, and site access ahead of fieldwork
Monitor instrumentation (inclinometers, settlement plates, piezometers, vibration monitors) and reduce readings
Maintain daily field reports, photo logs, and quantity tracking for drilling and construction activities
Assist with the assignment and tracking of geotechnical laboratory tests (moisture/density, Atterberg limits, gradation, direct shear, consolidation, triaxial, R-value, expansion index, corrosivity) and reviewing the results for consistency with the field logs

Prepare boring logs in OpenGround; develop subsurface profiles and cross sections
Perform or assist with geotechnical analyses under the direction of a Geotechnical Engineer, including shallow foundations, deep foundations, slope stability, seepage, liquefaction triggering, seismic settlement, lateral spreading evaluation, and pavement design
Draft sections of geotechnical investigation reports, foundation reports (Caltrans FR format), and geotechnical design memoranda
Assist with the preparation of figures, site plans, and boring location maps

To be considered for this 2026 opportunity, here’s what you’ll need:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus)
Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or the ability to obtain EIT certification within 12 months
The desire to work toward and obtain California PE and GE licensure
Demonstrated interest in your chosen field through previous internships, volunteering opportunities, or organization memberships

Creative thinking skills, with a methodical and pragmatic approach to problem solving
Proficient communication and presentation skills to engage confidently with clients and colleagues
Resilient, solution-oriented mindset, with a focus on continuous growth and delivering value
Ability to build and maintain relationships and rapport with internal and external stakeholders
Collaborative spirit and commitment to teamwork
A valid CA driver's license

This position is located in Los Angeles, California. You must be able to reliably commute to our office in this location, per our hybrid working policy.

We’re more than engineers - we’re changemakers. At Mott MacDonald, you’ll find:

Best in class learning and development initiatives
Dedicated mentorship program
Network of Employee Resource Groups
Opportunities for excellence everyday

We welcome individuals who are driven by curiosity, compassion, and a desire to make a difference. If you’re excited by the idea of working in an engineering consultant that values your growth and empowers you to lead with integrity, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US, as Mott MacDonald is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

The expected salary for this position is $79k - $88k.

Collaboration at Our Core
At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

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geotechnical jobs in los angeles, ca

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer - 2026

Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Soil Technician

Graduate Tunnels Engineer - 2026

Soils Engineering Technician

Instrumentation Engineer – Dam Safety & Monitoring

Senior Construction Inspector

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Mid Level And Senior Level Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical Field Technicians

Assistant Project Manager

Graduate Geologist - 2026

Substation Civil Structural Engineer - REMOTE

Soil/Geotechnical Engineer-Sun Valley, CA

Staff Engineer - Geotechnical

Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist

Geotechnical Risk Manager

Building Science Project Engineer - Full-time, Part-time and 1099 Opportunities Available

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