Geotechnical Engineer

Location
San Jose, CA
Country
United States
Contract type
Regular (US only)
Work pattern
Full Time
Market
Transportation
Discipline
Geotechnical and tunnelling
Job ref
4361
Recruiter contact
Erika Fonseca

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

 

Mott MacDonald is positioned for continued expansion and career opportunities across North America and around the world, and we are excited to announce a new direction for our operations in the United States.  As part of our growing business, we are interested in hearing from enthusiastic and talented individuals who enjoy problem solving and who will contribute to our purpose.  You will join a team of seasoned professionals who are looking to develop Mott MacDonald’s presence in the US and beyond.

From the moment you join us, you will be immersed in a team of exceptional engineering consultants, project managers, and specialists who relentlessly focus on excellence and digital innovation and are ready to support you in your career. Alongside the team, you will be assigned to a variety of projects in your chosen area of interest, working to deliver sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.


With guidance from a professional engineer and our global practice network, your responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

 

  • Developing conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs
  • Attending site inspections, investigations, and monitoring
  • Actively participating in project, client and team meetings
  • Reviewing, preparing, and modifying designs
  • Analyzing reports, specifications, and studies
  • Gaining exposure to project, commercial, and client management
  • Undertaking a ‘digital by default’ approach in deliverables
  • Actively participating in our Early Careers Professionals Network
  • Supporting our ‘Purpose’ in everything you do

 

We are looking for candidates with a genuine passion to create sustainable social outcomes for our communities and a desire to strive for excellence. If this describes you, apply today to launch your career at Mott MacDonald!

To be considered for this 2025 position, you’ll need:

 

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, or a related field, with a focus on geotechnical from an accredited university
  • Methodical approach to problem solving to undertake tasks efficiently and independently
  • Excellent verbal communication skills, which allow you to confidently liaise with clients and team members
  • Excellent technical written communication and attention to detail, with an ability to demonstrate accurate technical drawings and good report writing
  • Excellent teamwork skills, collaborates effectively with colleagues
  • Work towards Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Demonstrable interest in geotechnical engineering projects through relevant experience, such as your field of study, internships, volunteering, or relevant association memberships is considered as an asset

 

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.


Salary Range: $74,000 - $80,000

Benefits: 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance

 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking 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.

 

Equal employment opportunity is the law. 
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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.

 

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

 

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence