Geotechnical Engineer - Waterfront Foundations

Socket.dev; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASR International Corporation seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to provide design technical support for NAVFAC Northwest, applying geotechnical principles to foundations, retaining structures, and waterfront facilities.

The role involves reviewing reports and designs for compliance, coordinating with structural and civil teams, and preparing technical notes and documentation to support project progress. Requires strong communication and DoD-related experience.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required (Green Card holders are not eligible).
• Must pass a T1 security background check.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of six (6) years of relevant design or design management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical principles applicable to buildings and waterfront structures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform office and field consultation/monitoring of design and construction projects involving building foundations, retaining structures, utility structures, and waterfront structures (piers, dry docks, wharves, etc.).
• Review geotechnical reports, designs, calculations, and construction submittals for compliance with DoD UFC, IBC, ASCE 7, and project requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations on foundation systems, soil conditions, and related issues.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, and other discipline engineers.
• Prepare technical reports, observations, and recommendations.
• Support project status reporting and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

ASR International Corporation seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to provide design technical support for NAVFAC Northwest, applying geotechnical principles to foundations, retaining structures, and waterfront facilities.

The role involves reviewing reports and designs for compliance, coordinating with structural and civil teams, and preparing technical notes and documentation to support project progress. Requires strong communication and DoD-related experience.