Geotechnical Design Engineer, San Diego

Job Description

Job Description Salary: Join a company that has been shaping the deep foundation industry for over 60 years! Malcolm Drilling is seeking a drivenGround Improvement Design Engineerto support an exciting project located inIrwindale or San Diego, CA.This role focuses heavily on ground improvement

designandengineering

analysis for ground improvement systems and collaborating with PMs and construction teams to deliverquality andcost-effective solutions. If youre looking for a dynamic opportunity to grow your career with an innovative team,we would like to hear from you!

Job Title: Geotechnical Design Engineer Location: San Diego, CA | Office based role Employment Type:Full-Time

Key Responsibilities Develop detailed design calculations and engineering analyses for ground improvement systems. Utilize proprietary in-house design software (similar to CLIQ) to model and optimize ground improvement solutions Interpret geotechnical reports, soil data, and project specifications to inform design decisionsPrepare design reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with project requirements Provide technical support during bidding, including preliminary designs and value engineering alternativesReview and validate field performance data and adjust designs as necessary Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices Support continuous improvement of internal design tools and methodologies

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field, Masters preferred Minimum of 5 years of experience in ground improvement design or geotechnical engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground improvement techniques Experience with design software tools; familiarity with proprietary or specialized geotechnical software is highly preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilities