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    "description": "<h2></h2>\n<p><strong>GFT</strong> is seeking a <strong>Staff </strong><strong>Geotechnical Engineer</strong> to join our Dams & Hydraulics team in California! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance in Roseville or Oakland, CA.</p>\n<p><strong>GFT’s Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics Team</strong></p>\n<p>Our specialists have the in-depth knowledge to excel on the most challenging geotechnical assignments. We provide innovative solutions for foundations; underground construction; earth structures, including dams and levees; groundwater resources; and marginal building sites. Our geotechnical engineers and geologists also specialize in landslides, sinkholes, mine subsidence, seepage, expansive soils, and seismic activity. 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The role emphasizes a customer-focused approach and a commitment to delivering the highest quality results on every project</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:</strong> </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Determining client requirements and developing suitable scopes of work, schedules, and budgets to achieve project objectives.</li>\n <li>Developing and managing subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs, with occasional participation in field exploration activities.</li>\n <li>Logging soil borings and collecting field data.</li>\n <li>Observing geotechnical aspects of construction. </li>\n <li>Performing routine and complex data analysis and engineering calculations, including slope stability, seepage, liquefaction potential, foundation support, and lateral earth pressures.</li>\n <li>Preparing high-quality reports, drawings, and specifications to meet scope, schedule, cost, and regulatory requirements.</li>\n <li>Designing, installing, and maintaining geotechnical instrumentation systems.</li>\n <li>Collaborating with clients, construction personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement appropriate designs and project solutions.</li>\n <li>Reviewing contractor drawings, evaluating the need for design changes, and providing appropriate geotechnical recommendations.</li>\n <li>Traveling up to 30% to GFT offices, client locations, or project sites, which may include overnight stays.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2></h2>\n<strong>What you will bring to our firm: </strong>\n<ul>\n <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.</li>\n <li>Professional Engineer (PE) license required.</li>\n <li>5-10 years of direct work experience in geotechnical engineering.</li>\n <li>Proven expertise in advanced geotechnical software applications, including, GeoStudio(Slope/W, SEEP/W), CLIQ, SETTLE3, gINT/Open Ground, APILE, LPILE, SHAFT and proficiency in numerical calculations using spreadsheets.</li>\n <li>Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, concepts, and practices applied to geotechnical engineering, including foundation systems, levees, dams, and waterfront structures.</li>\n <li>Exceptional oral and written communication skills.</li>\n <li>Proficiency in standard office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</li>\n</ul> \n<strong>What we prefer you bring: </strong>\n<ul>\n <li>Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.</li>\n <li>Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong> </strong>\n<strong>Compensation:</strong>The salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000. 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We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.<strong>GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™</strong> is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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