Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer - ESOP Growth

Shannon & Wilson, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Medical, vision, dental

Pre-tax health and daycare FSA

Profit sharing/401(k)

Vacation days

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Volunteer day

Parental leave

Wellness webinars

Mentorship program

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

Shannon & Wilson, Inc. in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer to manage multiple projects, mentor staff, and deliver instrumentation design, installation, and data evaluation for clients.

The role requires 7–14 years of instrumentation experience and a degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering, with the ability to obtain a PE license within 12 months. Travel and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geological Engineering.
• 7-14 years of progressive experience with geotechnical instrumentation.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) License in the state office is located within 12 months of being hired.
• Mentoring and supervisory experience.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• The ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.
• A valid driver license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage effort on multiple projects at the same time.
• Be able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Provide geotechnical instrumentation design, procurement, installation, and data evaluation to in-house clients and outside clients.
• Manage and supply data collected from geotechnical instrumentation projects in meaningful formats.
• Maintain geotechnical instrumentation equipment and keep calibrations current on necessary instrumentation.
• Be willing to travel (up to several weeks at a time) to assist, oversee, or perform installation of geotechnical instrument monitoring systems.
• Prepare and write technical instrumentation engineering reports and review reports; prepare calculations.
• Interact with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels; lead and mentor staff.
• Support business development and marketing activities, including proposals and presentations.

Skills

Geotechnical instrumentation

Project management

Leadership

Technical writing

Communication

Travel readiness

Mentoring

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering

PE license eligibility within 12 months

Job description

Shannon & Wilson, Inc. in Seattle, WA, is seeking a Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer to manage multiple projects, mentor staff, and deliver instrumentation design, installation, and data evaluation for clients.

The role requires 7–14 years of instrumentation experience and a degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Geological Engineering, with the ability to obtain a PE license within 12 months. Travel and strong communication are essential.