[Hiring] Senior Consultant - Geotechnical Engineer @Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.

Role Description

Geosyntec has a limited-term, part-time opportunity for a Senior Consultant - Geotechnical Engineer – Dam and Levee Safety & AutoCAD Civil3D (up to 10 hrs./wk. for up to one year) to support our growing Dams & Levees practice in our Davis, CA office. There is an opportunity for a fully remote work schedule at the discretion of the Company.

The position will support our dams and levees practice, with a focus on seismic evaluations of embankment dams for federal, state, and local clients. The successful candidate will lead and perform nonlinear deformation analysis studies, using advanced numerical modeling tools such as FLAC to evaluate dam performance under earthquake loading. Responsibilities will also include:

• Evaluating site-specific ground motions, including seismic analyses.
• Mentoring junior staff while coordinating with project teams to deliver technically sound recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field. (required)
• Advanced degree in Civil Engineering or related field. (required)
• Current Professional Engineer License (CA). (required)

Requirements

• At least 15 years (20+ years preferred) related experience in a professional civil engineering setting, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the responsibilities of the position. (required)
• Advanced proficiency in FLAC2D and FLAC3D for dynamic nonlinear deformation analyses of embankment dams, including model development, constitutive model calibration, and interpretation of seismic response. (required)
• Demonstrated experience providing geoanalysis support to project teams, including seepage, slope stability, liquefaction, and post-earthquake stability evaluations, with the ability to translate complex results into practical recommendations. (required)
• Expertise in ground motion development for dam safety applications. (required)
• Proficiency in Python in conjunction with FLAC, processing ground motion records, post-processing FLAC results. (preferred)
• Strong communication skills to include the ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions, and the ability to interact effectively to maintain a team environment. (required)
• Ability to effectively present information to project team and clients. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Well-being programs to support you and your family.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) and other benefits to eligible employees.