Senior Geotechnical EngineerAGS, Inc.San Francisco, CA | Full-time | Hybrid
The OpportunityWe're hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead geotechnical investigation, design, and construction observation on a range of Bay Area projects, including public infrastructure, waterfront/port facilities, site development, and slope stabilization work. You'll work closely with AGS's in-house civil, structural, and environmental teams - a key advantage of our multi-disciplinary model - and will have the opportunity to grow into project leadership and client-facing roles.
This is a high-growth-potential role: AGS's geotechnical practice is expanding its project pipeline, and we're looking for someone who can grow with the firm into senior leadership and principal-level opportunities as we scale.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Planning and executing subsurface investigation and laboratory testing programs, leveraging AGS's in-house lab
- Performing geotechnical design and analysis for foundations, retaining walls, excavations, pavements, earthwork, and slope stabilization
- Collaborating with AGS's civil and structural engineers on integrated project design
- Evaluating field instrumentation data (settlement, ground movement, pile/anchor load tests) to calibrate predicted vs. actual performance
- Leading geotechnical design and construction administration on public agency and waterfront/port projects
- Preparing technical proposals, including scope, fee, and staffing plans, to support business development efforts
- Supervising and mentoring junior engineering staff on project work and technical development
- Managing project budgets and schedules to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
- Supporting business development and client relationships, particularly with existing public agency clients
- Occasional travel for site visits within the Bay Area
Is This Role Right for You?- Master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred (Bachelor's with relevant experience considered)
- PE required; GE in California preferred (or actively pursuing)
- Minimum 6 years of geotechnical engineering practice, ideally including public infrastructure and/or waterfront/slope stability work
- Demonstrated experience in project planning, analysis, design, construction observation, and deliverable preparation
- Working knowledge of California seismic codes and analysis methods
- Familiarity with Bay Area soil conditions and hazards (liquefaction, expansive/compressible soils)
- Experience with geotechnical analysis software a plus, including FLAC 3D, LPile, AllPile, APile, PYWall, Shaft, CLIQ3, SLIDE2, and Settle3
What AGS Offers- Competitive, equitable pay commensurate with experience
- A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment with direct access to in-house civil, structural, environmental, and architecture teams
- Direct exposure to public agency and marquee Bay Area infrastructure projects
- In-house soil testing laboratory and strong technical support
- High growth potential: a clear path to project leadership and principal-level opportunities
- A stable, established local firm (40+ years) with room to grow into project leadership
AGS BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary plus an exceptional benefits package for full-time employees including:- Annual increases & bonus pay
- Medical, dental, and vision (Optional)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (DCSA) (Optional)
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching after 1 year of employment (up to 4%)
- Vacation, Sick time, and 7 paid holidays
- LTD, Life, and AD&D Insurance
- Professional development Opportunities
Salary RangeAnnual Salary Hourly SalaryTitle Min Max Min Max Senior Geotechnical Engineer $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 $76.92 - $91.35
How to ApplyInterested candidates should include a resume and cover letter with their application.
