Malcolm Drilling

Geotechnical Design Engineer

San Diego, California

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 2 Sept 2026

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Join a company that has been shaping the deep foundation industry for over 60 years! Malcolm Drilling is seeking a driven Ground Improvement Design Engineer to support an exciting project located in Irwindale or San Diego, CA. This role focuses heavily on ground improvement design and engineering analysis for ground improvement systems and collaborating with PMs and construction teams to deliver quality and cost-effective solutions. If you’re looking for a dynamic opportunity to grow your career with an innovative team, we would like to hear from you!

Job Title : Geotechnical Design Engineer

Location : San Diego, CA | Office based role
Employment Type : Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

Develop detailed design calculations and engineering analyses for ground improvement systems.

Utilize proprietary in-house design software (similar to CLIQ) to model and optimize ground improvement solutions

Interpret geotechnical reports, soil data, and project specifications to inform design decisions

Prepare design reports, technical memoranda, and supporting documentation for internal and external stakeholders

Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction teams to ensure designs are practical and aligned with project requirements

Provide technical support during bidding, including preliminary designs and value engineering alternatives

Review and validate field performance data and adjust designs as necessary

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices

Support continuous improvement of internal design tools and methodologies

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field, Master’s preferred

Minimum of 5 years of experience in ground improvement design or geotechnical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)

Strong understanding of soil mechanics and ground improvement techniques

Experience with design software tools; familiarity with proprietary or specialized geotechnical software is highly preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.)

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Benefits Package

Competitive Salary

100% paid premiums for Dental and Vision plans for the employee and all dependents

Malcolm covers an average of ninety percent of the medical premium for the employee and all dependents

Malcolm contributes up to 10% of your salary into a retirement plan.

Opportunities for career advancement

A committed safety culture and supportive team environment

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