Geotechnical Engineer (Mid-Level)

Shannon & Wilson, Inc.; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) plans

Paid time off for vacation and sick leave

Paid volunteer day

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm in Lake Oswego, Oregon, seeks a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer. The role involves managing multiple clients and projects, performing geotechnical analyses, and preparing detailed reports. Candidates should have 7 to 14 years of experience, professional licensure, and strong communication skills. The firm offers employee ownership, medical coverage, and a comprehensive benefits package including profit sharing and vacation time.

Qualifications

• 7 to 14 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License or ability to obtain it within 3 months.
• Mentoring and supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clients, contracts, and projects simultaneously.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations.
• Prepare and write engineering reports.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking and analysis

Education

BS Degree in Civil Engineering

MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

MS Access

Job description

Description

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.

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.

Requirements

• 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 or ability to obtain a PE license within 3 months of hire date.
• 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.
• The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities.

Level Placement

Typically, depending on an applicant’s education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Senior Professional I, II, or III level.

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

Shannon & 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.