Staff Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM is seeking an Staff Geotechnical Engineer in Oakland, California to support dam, levee, and hydropower infrastructure projects as part of our industry-leading Pacific Dams / Hydro practice. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated early-career engineer to build a strong technical foundation while contributing to projects that enhance the safety, resilience, and long-term performance of critical infrastructure systems throughout Northern California and the western United States.

This position is expected to begin in June or July 2026.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior geotechnical engineers and technical specialists to support field investigations, engineering analyses, and design efforts for a wide range of dam and water resources facilities. This position provides hands-on experience across multiple phases of project development, including planning, analysis, design, construction support, and regulatory coordination, with strong mentorship and clear pathways for professional growth.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Support subsurface investigations, including drilling borings and advancing CPTs.
• Log soils and rock and assign samples for laboratory testing.
• Assist with construction inspection to verify conformance with plans and specifications.
• Perform geotechnical analyses (slope stability, seepage, settlement, foundations, liquefaction).
• Assemble and document geotechnical data using Excel, Word, gINT, and AutoCAD.
• Prepare geotechnical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Support development of designs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Review applicable regulations and standards for design and permitting.
• Apply QA/QC procedures to ensure accuracy and quality of work products.