Geotechnical Engineer (Entry-Level)

About the Role

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm providing integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services.

Key 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 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 & Tech Stack

• BS in Civil Engineering required; MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering strongly preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training Certificate: Have obtained or in process of receiving.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License: On track to obtain.
• 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
• 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
• underground work
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently with appropriate or minimal supervision.
• Willingness and ability to travel to support 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.
• Ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.
• Ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.

Qualifications

• 0 - 6 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering.