Engineering Geologist

Initial Posting Date:
10/13/2026
Application Deadline:
10/28/2026
Agency:
Department of Transportation
Salary Range:
$6,717 - $10,414
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Engineering Geologist
Job Description:
Professional Geologist 1 – Engineering Geologist
Oregon Department of Transportation
Delivery & Operations Division – Engineering & Technical Services Branch
Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology & HazMat Section / Mountain Project Delivery Unit
Roseburg
The role:
If you’re looking for a position that will develop and challenge your geology skills, then look no further! Join our Roseburg office as an engineering geologist! In this on-site role, you will fulfill an essential function monitoring the geologic hazards that impact roadway safety. You will also become part of a team of professionals dedicated to keeping our roadway systems operational and safe for the traveling public.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to work on and support transportation projects across the state, with a focus on the Klamath Mountain geologic province, the Western Cascades and the Oregon Coast Range. The larger Mountain Project Delivery Unit stretches from the Oregon coast through the Coast Range and the Cascades and across the high desert to the Idaho border. This area includes numerous vital transportation corridors. There will be no shortage of exciting and variable geology work in this role. Apply today!
Our first application screening is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.
Before applying, visit our applicant information website to learn more about our process. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.
A day in the life:
Assist in planning, directing, scheduling and creating designs for major projects.
Write, review and professionally seal comprehensive final engineering geology reports.
Develop plans, specifications and estimates for transportation projects involving bridges, high seismic risk zones, landslide stabilization, rock fall, embankments, cut slopes and material source development.
Partner with the geotechnical engineer to develop an appropriate subsurface exploration program.
Develop, oversee, interpret and report on geologic investigations and hazards for transportation projects.
Develop project schedules, scopes of work, budgets, and contract documents for exploration, remediation and hazardous material disposal services.
Represent the engineering geology discipline on large, multidisciplinary project delivery teams for complex projects.
Respond to emergency geologic hazards and help with investigations, analysis, modelling and quarry management.
Provide recommendations for unstable rock cuts and steep slopes and implement strategies.
Evaluate geologic data with computer models to determine the depth and rate of landslide movement.
Work is performed at least 50% of the time in the field – overnight travel and lodging will be required at times, occasionally for extended periods.
Geologic hazard emergency response may require overtime, weekend and evening work with little or no advance notification.
Duties involve exposure to traffic and construction hazards and working in all weather conditions and remote locations.
Lift and carry weight up to 40 pounds on uneven ground when working at drilling operations and when sampling material sources.
To request a copy of the position description, which includes all duties and working conditions, please email ODOTRecruitment@odot.oregon.gov.
What’s in it for you:
Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness