Staff Geologist Engineer
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Job Location:
Campbell, OH - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 55000 - 90000
Posted on:
03-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Staff Geologist / Engineer
Campbell or Capitola California
Why C2Earth is more than just a job
Imagine starting your career at a firm that combines technical rigor real-world impact and deep respect for place. Thats C2Earth. Were a privately held majority Black-owned small business doing thoughtful problem-solving engineering geology and geotechnical work throughout the greater San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas.
At C2Earth youll inherit a legacy: the reputation of Upp Geotechnology (founded in 1983) plus the innovative spark and commitment brought by our founders Craig Reid and Chris Hundemer. Were more than consultants -- were advisors protectors and enablers. Our work touches everything from safety (schools hospitals essential buildings) to beauty (coastal bluffs parks) to infrastructure that supports thriving communities.
When you join us you join a team with decades of combined experience with project files going back to the early 1980s. Weve seen it all -- small residential additions complex slope stabilization liquefaction hazards coastal erosion distressed buildings and critical infrastructure. Whether its solving for a retaining wall a foundation or a bluff subject to sea level rise we dont just do the work -- we do it with care precision and purpose.
The Role: What Youll Do
- Support geotechnical and geologic investigations under the guidance of senior staff.
- Assist with field work including drilling test pits soil and rock logging sampling and construction observation.
- Conduct geologic mapping monitoring and site reconnaissance.
- Perform basic data analysis and prepare figures tables and graphics for reports.
- Draft portions of technical reports proposals and correspondence for review.
- Learn project management fundamentals and client communication while building technical expertise.
Why Youll Love Working Here
Launch Your Career: Hands-on experience across diverse projects with direct mentorship from licensed professionals.
Impact & Variety: Exposure to residential commercial and infrastructure projects across Northern California.
Professional Growth: Support for licensure continuing education and developing areas of specialization.
Small Enough to Matter Big Enough to Deliver: Your work will be meaningful recognized and impactful from day one.
Culture of Ownership & Respect: As a minority-owned firm we value integrity diversity and community in how we operate.
What Were Looking For
- A bachelors degree in Geology Geological Engineering or Civil Engineering with a geotechnical focus.
- 0-3 years of professional experience (internships and field/lab work count).
- Progress toward California professional certification (GIT EIT PG PE or CEG/GE) is a plus but not required.
- Strong observational and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn.
- Good writing and communication skills with attention to detail.
- A collaborative mindset enthusiasm for field work and curiosity about geotechnical and geologic consulting.
Perks & Practical Info
Location: Based in Campbell (San Francisco Bay Area) with a second office in Capitola serving Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay.
Compensation: Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.
Flexibility: A healthy mix of field and office work to build well-rounded skills.
Growth: Clear career path with mentorship licensure support and training opportunities.
Project Diversity: Work on coastal hillside urban and infrastructure sites that will challenge and inspire you.
Join Us & Build Something Solid
If youre ready to kick off your career in geology or engineering and want to learn from some of the best in the business C2Earth is the place for you. Youll gain the skills experience and mentorship to grow into a trusted professional while contributing to projects that make communities safer and stronger.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- GIS
- Microsoft Access
- Data Collection
- Technical Writing
- Statistical Software
- ArcView
- Oil & Gas Experience
- QA/QC
- Petra
- Word Processing
- Writing Skills
About Company
C2Earth, Inc. performs engineering geologic and geotechnical engineering services throughout the greater San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas. Our principal engineers and geologists are educated, experienced, and licensed in both engineering and geology. Contact us today for more info ... View more
