[Hiring] Senior Consultant - Geotechnical Engineer @Geosyntec Consultants

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.
• Evaluate site-specific ground motions, including seismic analyses.
• Mentor 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

• 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.