Geotechnical Engineer | 20+ Years - Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates : Job Details

Geotechnical Engineer | 20+ Years

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates

Job Location : San Francisco,CA, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-17T00:44:14Z

Job Description :

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Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking an industry-leading, Associate Principal or Principal Geotechnical Engineer to expand and develop our geotechnical engineering practice companywide.

If you are enthusiastic about investigating and solving problems, applying engineering judgment beyond codes, and mentoring future forensic geotechnical engineers, we want you on our team!

This position may be based in any WJE office across the continental United States: www.wje.com/offices.

Responsibilities:
  • Project management: client development, project scoping, team management, schedule and budget oversight, client expectation management
  • Technical leadership: applying sound engineering judgment, understanding codes and practices, collaborating across disciplines, handling forensic, problem-solving, and remediation projects, preparing client deliverables, reviewing work, and conducting field work
  • Mentorship: fostering knowledge sharing and career development within the team
  • Contributing to practice growth: engaging with clients, sharing knowledge internally, and participating in industry organizations
    • Qualifications:
  • Licensed Geotechnical Engineer in relevant state(s)
  • Master's or PhD in geotechnical engineering or related field
  • 20+ years of relevant experience (25+ preferred), with expertise in soil conditions, foundation design, investigation methods, remedial measures, slope stability, and settlement issues
  • Self-motivated with a problem-solving approach
  • Excellent communication skills
    • Physical Requirements:

    Must meet physical demands including travel, field observations, working at heights and in hazardous environments, operating equipment, lifting up to 50 lbs., and driving.

    Culture, Compensation, and Benefits:

    WJE offers a collaborative culture, comprehensive benefits, and a total compensation package with competitive salary, variable performance-based earnings, health plans, 401(k), professional development, and more. The estimated starting salary range is $128,550 - $214,250.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with legal requirements.

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