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Principal Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Sacramento, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 126500 - 158100
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
1 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
28 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Are you a dynamic leader seeking a career where you can expand business opportunities foster a positive working environment manage projects successfully and enhance employee relations Do you possess flexibility proactivity approachability a knack for problem-solving and a good sense of humor If so youve found the right place!
Wood Rodgers a leading engineering consulting firm is hiring a Principal Engineer to join our Geotechnical this role youll work on a wide range of projects including work related to water resource focused projects (dams levees canals pump stations pipes) landslides commercial industrial transportation and public works.
Wood Rodgers a leading engineering consulting firm is hiring a Principal Engineer to join our Geotechnical this role youll work on a wide range of projects including work related to water resource focused projects (dams levees canals pump stations pipes) landslides commercial industrial transportation and public works.
This is a Senior Associate salary exempt position.
A day in the life as a Wood Rodgers Principal Engineer
- Develop and maintain internal and external client relationships including project and non-project related face-to-face meetings.
- Prepare scope and fee estimates in response to requests for proposals
- Develop and execute services and analyses indicated in project scopes.
- Perform engineering analysis using company and industry methodologies and standards.
- Provide work direction and training for engineering staff in exploration sampling laboratory testing analysis and report writing.
- Plan and execute field investigation programs.
- Prepare geotechnical documents including reports and technical memorandums.
- Review of PS&E packages for compliance with the projects geotechnical report requirements.
A note on salary pay ranges
The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors including experience education skills licensure certifications training and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers. If you feel you meet the requirements but may be outside of the pay range please apply anyway and lets talk through it.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor in Engineering (BS) in Civil Engineering/Geology.
- Masters degree (MS) in Geotechnical Engineering/Geology (preferred).
- Professional Engineer in California (PE required in addition to GE/CEG/PG preferred).
- Ideally 15 years of experience in performing work as a geotechnical engineer including extensive experience in planning and executing field investigation programs geotechnical analysis and preparation of technical reports.
- Project and client management along with managing and directing staff.
- Familiarity with software for performing analysis including seepage slope stability seismic hazard assessment liquefaction settlement pavement design and deep foundations.
How we elevate your game
Joining Wood Rodgers comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey.
- A Unique Culture: Were an engineering firm that feels refreshingly different. As inventors who ask why not our leadership empowers employees to grow challenge conventions and develop creative solutions. We host grand parties offer surprise days off and consistently reinvest in our employees rather than focusing solely on corporate profits. While these perks contribute to our vibrant culture its the remarkable people at the heart of it all - individuals who are passionate about learning teaching helping and collaborating.
- Teamwork: Experience what it means to be part of the Wood Rodgers family. Be inspired by your leaders supported and encouraged by your teammates to live a full and exciting life and receive holistic support in your work and personal endeavors. Visit our website or follow us on social media @woodrodgersinc to get a glimpse of our dynamic community!
- Learning Development: Engage in leadership development programs and goal setting to unlock new possibilities for your career and life. Grow within the company through mentorship and achieve your potential as a leader from the moment youre hired.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
About Company
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