Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer — Lead Projects & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Shannon & Wilson, an employee-owned geotechnical engineering firm in Seattle, seeks a Senior Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer. You will lead instrumentation design, data evaluation, and field installations, while mentoring staff and supporting client projects.

The role requires a PE license within 12 months, strong communication, and ability to travel as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geological Engineering.
• 7-14 years of progressive geotechnicalInstrumentation experience.
• Ability to obtain PE license within 12 months.
• Mentoring and supervisory experience.
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage effort on multiple projects concurrently.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Provide geotechnical instrumentation design, procurement, installation, and data evaluation for clients.
• Manage and format data from instrumentation projects.
• Maintain instrumentation equipment and calibrations.
• Travel up to several weeks as needed to support field installations.
• Prepare and review instrumentation reports and calculations.
• Interact with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise engineers and staff.
• Support other offices with instrumentation projects and training.
• Assist in business development and marketing activities.

Skills

Geotechnical instrumentation

Project management

Leadership

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

Shannon & Wilson, an employee-owned geotechnical engineering firm in Seattle, seeks a Senior Geotechnical Instrumentation Engineer. You will lead instrumentation design, data evaluation, and field installations, while mentoring staff and supporting client projects.

The role requires a PE license within 12 months, strong communication, and ability to travel as needed. Competitive compensation and benefits accompany this position.