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Engineering Geologist - Dams & Water Structures Focus

Orange, CA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-26

Core

Perform geologic field reconnaissance, mapping, and site characterization to identify hazards and support dam design and groundwater well installation.

Role type

Senior IC engineering geologist (dams & water structures)

Builds

Geotechnical and geologic reports, geologic models, and design drawings for dam and water storage projects.

Domain

Civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, water infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

geologic field reconnaissance, geologic mapping, site characterization, groundwater well installation, geotechnical instrumentation installation, geologic modeling, regulatory liaison, technical report writing, geotechnical software proficiency

Preferred skills

complex subsurface investigation, soil and rock core drilling, piezometer installation, dam project experience, analytical skills

Technologies

RocScience, Geo-Slope, gINT

Responsibilities

Conduct field reconnaissance and mapping for hazard identification; interpret geologic, geochemical, and geophysical data; develop geologic models for complex site conditions; collaborate with engineers on robust dam designs; liaise with regulatory agencies; prepare high-standard project documentation.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

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