Principal Engineer

Wood Rodgers

$126K — $158K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geology required.
  • Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification required; additional GE/CEG/PG licenses preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of geotechnical engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated skills in project and client management, including team leadership.
  • Proficient in engineering analysis software relevant to geotechnics.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and nurture client relationships through both project and non-project meetings.
  • Prepare project scope and fee estimates for proposals.
  • Execute services and analyses as per project scopes.
  • Conduct engineering analyses using established methodologies.
  • Guide and mentor engineering staff in exploration and report writing activities.
  • Plan and implement field investigation programs.
  • Draft geotechnical documents, including comprehensive reports and memorandums.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and potential bonuses.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals.
  • Engagement in a diverse range of impactful projects.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Principal Engineer

Department: Geotechnical

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Roseville, CA

Compensation: $126,500 - $158,100 / year

Description

Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is hiring a Principal Engineer to join our Geotechnical Department. In this role, you'll work on a wide range of projects including work related to water resource focused projects (dams, levees, canals, pump stations, pipes), landslides, commercial, industrial, transportation, and public works.

This is a Senior Associate, salary, exempt position.

A day in the life as a Wood Rodgers' Principal Engineer
  • Develop and maintain internal and external client relationships, including project and non-project related face-to-face meetings.
  • Prepare scope and fee estimates in response to requests for proposals
  • Develop and execute services and analyses indicated in project scopes.
  • Perform engineering analysis using company and industry methodologies and standards.
  • Provide work direction and training for engineering staff in exploration, sampling, laboratory testing, analysis, and report writing.
  • Plan and execute field investigation programs.
  • Prepare geotechnical documents, including reports and technical memorandums.
  • Review of PS&E packages for compliance with the project's geotechnical report requirements.

A note on salary pay ranges

The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range, please apply anyway and let's talk through it.

Qualifications & Skills
  • Bachelor in Engineering (BS) in Civil Engineering/Geology.
  • Master's degree (MS) in Geotechnical Engineering/Geology (preferred).
  • Professional Engineer in California (PE required in addition to GE/CEG/PG preferred).
  • Ideally 15+ years of experience in performing work as a geotechnical engineer, including extensive experience in planning and executing field investigation programs, geotechnical analysis, and preparation of technical reports.
  • Project and client management along with managing and directing staff.
  • Familiarity with software for performing analysis including seepage, slope stability, seismic hazard assessment, liquefaction, settlement, pavement design, and deep foundations.


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