Geotechnical Engineer (EL) - Seattle Washington

Company: Shannon & Wilson Inc
Location: Seattle, Washington
Posted On: 01/25/2025

DescriptionShannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical engineering and geological analyses and calculations.
• Prepare and write engineering and other reports.
• Perform field explorations, collection of samples, geologic reconnaissance, and mapping.
• Perform with construction observation on job sites and prepare summary logs and other documentation.
• Perform geotechnical lab testing and communicate results.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Support marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson's Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.Requirements
  • BS in Civil Engineering and MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 0 - 6 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Have obtained or in process of receiving a Engineer-in-Training Certificate
  • On track to obtain Professional Engineering (PE) License.
  • Work experience (and/or coursework) in one or more of the following areas: soil mechanics; rock mechanics; rock and soil slope stability; shallow and deep foundations; tunneling; microtunneling; seismic design; earthquake engineering; and retaining structures.
  • Some knowledge or experience of field/construction observation in one or more of the following areas: logging geotechnical explorations, observation of pile driving operations, observations of earthwork activities, installation and recording of geotechnical instrumentation, field reconnaissance, and/or underground work.Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:
    • Employee ownership
    • Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
    • Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
    • Life and disability insurance
    • Long-term care insurance
    • Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
    • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
    • 10 paid holidays
    • Paid volunteer day
    • Free parking Level PlacementTypically, depending on an applicants education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.
      • Professional I range: $67,750.00 - $75,000.00.
      • Professional II range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00
      • Professional III range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
      • Professional IV range: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy. More...

            

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