Staff Engineer II

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Verdantas is seeking a talented Engineer II in the Geotechnical field to join our team in the Irvine, CA office. This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact on communities and the environment. As part of our collaborative and innovative team, you will contribute to geotechnical investigations, design, and analysis for a variety of infrastructure and development projects. We are seeking a motivated professional who excels in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality solutions.

• Perform specific geotechnical engineering calculations, including foundation bearing capacity, slope stability, and liquefaction analysis
• Conduct field exploration and create logs for test borings/pits with soil descriptions
• Coordinate and perform quality control testing during grading using a nuclear gauge
• Perform subsurface investigations for residential, commercial, and public works projects
• Complete laboratory soil testing work
• Review grading and foundation plans for conformance
• Perform or supervise field technician work
• Prepare design requirements, technical reports, and proposals
• Follow company policies and procedures and all safety procedures

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, M.S. preferred
• 2 to 4 years' experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office®
• Ability to analyze data/reports, geotechnical field situations, and conditions
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, technical instructions, and procedural manuals
• Effective technical writing, strong communication, and time management skills
• Occasional out-of-town travel
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Salary Range:

$80,000.00 - $95,000.00

Benefits: