• Geotechnical Engineer

    Actalent (Orange, CA)


    Office Engineer – Geotechnical (California PE Preferred)

     

    Company: Privately held engineering consulting firm with 50+ years of service

    About the Role

    We are seeking an experienced Office Engineer with a strong background in technical report writing to join our geotechnical team in Orange County. This position is primarily office-based (approximately 80% office, 20% field) and offers opportunities for collaboration with engineers and geologists across multiple offices.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Technical Report Writing: Core responsibility and non-negotiable. Candidates must demonstrate strong experience in preparing high-quality geotechnical reports.

    + Review reports and assist with proposal writing as needed.

    + Handle client communication and project coordination.

    + Perform occasional fieldwork for project monitoring.

    + Optional involvement in business development and mentorship if desired.

    Required Qualifications

    + PE license in California strongly preferred; EITs close to licensure will be considered if they have exceptional report writing skills.

    + Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering (required for PE eligibility in California).

    + Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related field is a plus but not required.

    + Ability to sign off on reports (requires PE license).

    + Collaboration skills to work with geologists and engineers within a team environment.

    + Lab oversight experience is not required but considered a plus.

    Additional Details

    + Business development and mentoring are valued but not mandatory.

    + Company provides support for licensure, including covering exam fees.

    + Career advancement opportunities into assistant manager roles or expansion into other offices.

    + Collaborative, family-owned culture with strong employee retention and promotion potential.

    Project Types

    + Restaurants, oil/lube facilities, franchise businesses, transportation, public works, schools, and private land development.

    + Projects range from routine assignments to complex infrastructure such as downtown LA storage facilities.

    Compensation & Benefits

    + Competitive salary range: $120,000–$155,000+ depending on experience and licensure.

    + Benefits include licensure support, mentorship, and a collaborative work environment.

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + Stable workload and long-term client contracts.

    + Opportunities for growth and leadership.

    + A supportive, team-oriented environment distinct from larger firms.

    How to Apply:

    Submit your resume and writing samples. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Orange, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $155000.00/yr.

     

    Health & WellnessHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life Insurance Financial & RetirementCompetitive Salary401(k) Plan (with matching)Profit SharingPerformance Bonus (in some offices, a quarterly bonus program is available) Time OffPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysMaternity & Paternity LeaveBereavement Leave

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Orange,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.