Geotechnical Engineer (Entry-Level)

About the Role

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington, committed to technical excellence and high-quality service. They provide 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.
• Have obtained or in process of receiving an 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
• 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.
• 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.
• The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.

Qualifications

Level Placement typically depends on education, experience, overall abilities, alignment with company and office needs, and current business needs.

Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer positions are typically placed at Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV levels.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $93,500 - $120,000
• Professional I: $93,500 - $97,500
• Professional II: $95,500 - $101,500
• Professional III: $100,000 - $107,500
• Professional IV: $105,000 - $120,000

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership
• Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions
• 10 - 20 paid vacation days per year (prorated for part-time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• 9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday
• Paid volunteer day
• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty
• Two weeks of paid parental leave
• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking