Shannon & Wilson · 2 months ago
Geotechnical Engineer (Mid-Level)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expShannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington, providing integrated geotechnical engineering and environmental services. The Geotechnical Engineer will manage multiple clients and projects, perform engineering analyses, and lead and mentor other engineers while ensuring compliance with quality and safety policies.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Manage multiple clients, contracts, and projects at the same time
Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, studies, and calculations
Prepare and write engineering and other reports
Perform field explorations, collection of samples, geologic reconnaissance, and mapping
Perform construction observation on job sites and prepare summary logs and other documentation
Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels
Lead, mentor, oversee, and/or supervise engineers and other employees
Review technical reports prepared by lower-level engineers
Review engineering calculations prepared by lower-level engineers
Support business development and marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals and presentations to existing and prospective clients
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
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering specialty)
MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering (or Geological Engineering), supported by a BS Degree in Engineering or Geology
7 to 14 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer
Professional Engineering (PE) License in the state office is located
Mentoring and supervisory experience
Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills
Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor
The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of OR minimal supervision
The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices
A valid driver license and insurable driving record
Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable)
Critical thinking and analysis
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 30+ pounds
Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain
The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state
Preferred
The ability to swim preferred. [include if working on/over water; delete if not applicable]
The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities. [delete if not applicable]
Benefits
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
Company
Shannon & Wilson
Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned internationally recognized consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
201-500 employees
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