Geotechnical Engineer; Entry-Level

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Shannon & 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.

• Perform geotechnical engineering and geological analyses and calculations.
• Prepare and write engineering and other reports.
• Perform field explorations, collect samples, perform geologic reconnaissance, and map.
• Observe construction 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 & Wilson's Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

• 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 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; and retaining structures.
• Some knowledge or experience of field/construction observation in at least one 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.

• 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

Entry‑Level Geotechnical Engineer would typically be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.

• Professional I: $46,100 – $69,100
• Professional II: $53,300 – $79,900
• Professional III: $60,400 – $90,600
• Professional IV: $67,600 – $101,400

Shannon & Wilson participates in the E‑Verify program. Non‑solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered unless a pre‑approved agreement is in place and the agency has been engaged for this vacancy.

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Entry level

Full‑time

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