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Geotechnical Staff EngineerEngeo, Inc. • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Geotechnical Staff Engineer

Engeo, Inc. • New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
6 days ago
Job description

Position Summary

As an ENGEO Staff Engineer you’ll be exposed to a wide variety of project scopes, types, and technical challenges. You will be mentored and supported to take on responsibility quickly and encouraged to build technical expertise, project management, and business development soft skills.

Starting at ENGEO as a staff engineer opened doors I didn’t even know existed. Every challenge has pushed me to grow, not just as an engineer, but as a person—and I’ve learned so much from the incredible team around me. — Taylor Strack, Senior Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

  • Develop geotechnical recommendations, plans, and technical specifications for design and construction of private and public projects.
  • Perform geotechnical analysis and design of shallow and deep foundation systems, ground improvement systems, earth‑retaining structures, slopes, landslide mitigation solutions, and more.
  • Assess static and dynamic slope stability, ground settlement and deformation, and soil liquefaction using various geotechnical software applications.
  • Perform static and dynamic numerical modeling using finite-element and finite-difference methods as implemented in PLAXIS, FLAC, and other software applications.
  • Perform site‑specific seismic‑hazard and ground‑response analyses.
  • Assist with the planning and execution of field investigations including logging borings and test pits, collecting samples, performing field tests, and observing and assisting with cone penetration and geophysical testing.
  • Develop laboratory testing plans, review laboratory test results, and develop representative soil properties for geotechnical analyses and design.
  • Prepare detailed geotechnical reports, letters, plans, and other documents.
  • Observe construction of foundations, ground improvement, shoring, grading operations, and other geotechnical construction.
  • Complete other field, analytical, and project administrative tasks with direction and support from peers and leadership.
  • Learn increasingly more complex, non‑routine tasks with review and oversight from senior staff.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • 1‑3 years‑professional / relevant internship / field experience
  • E.I.T
  • Sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals and soil mechanics
  • A team player who enjoys problem‑solving and fast‑paced environments
  • Has an entrepreneurial spirit and a positive attitude
  • Desire to continually learn and grow
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Driven to go above and beyond in client service
  • All Candidate Requirements

  • Education : Bachelor’s Degree – Required (M.S. degree or Ph.D. in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering – Preferred)
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Products. Numerical modeling, seismic hazard analysis, and GIS experience are a plus.
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and diverse environment
  • Ability to work and succeed as a team also while being resourceful when working alone in the field.
  • Construction appropriate vehicle for driving onto job sites
  • A Few Notable Projects

  • Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Los Angeles, CA
  • Multiple Technology Campuses for Google, YouTube, and Meta, Bay Area, CA
  • Oceanwide Center, San Francisco, CA
  • Metro Purple Line Extension, Los Angeles, CA
  • Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Transmission Gully Highway, Wellington, New Zealand
  • Kaikoura Earthquake rehabilitation of State Highway and Railway, South Island, New Zealand
  • Click here to learn more about our projects
  • Benefit Highlights

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401k and employer matching
  • 4 Medical plans to choose from
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Vacation, Holiday and Personal PTO
  • Vehicle allowance
  • Who We Are

    ENGEO strives to create a positive, family‑oriented, and innovative environment, where employees are engaged and excellence‑driven. As an ENGEO team member, you will have access to mentorships, international opportunities, fun social events, and generous benefit packages. Here, you’ll receive exposure to a wide variety of projects, help to serve those around you, and drive business success. We take pride in our fantastic working culture and are honored to be a certified Great Place to Work®, consistently ranked as a best place to work both nationally and regionally by our employees.

    What We Do

    Founded in 1971, ENGEO is an employee‑owned firm of approximately 400+ geotechnical and civil engineers, geologists, hydrologists, water resources engineers, environmental scientists, and construction‑phase field representatives. ENGEO serves a diverse range of clients and projects and has offices located throughout California, Nevada, Seattle, Guam, New Zealand, and Australia. We appreciate your interest in ENGEO.

    NOTE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS

    ENGEO does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. In order to best serve your desires to be considered for a position, please apply through our website or work with our Human Resources Team.

    NOTE TO CANDIDATES

    ENGEO does not sponsor for employment visas for this position at this moment.

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