Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer

WeBuildIdaho.org; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm is seeking a Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves working on exciting dam-related and aquaculture projects across the western US and Canada. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in geotechnical engineering, with responsibilities ranging from subsurface investigations to providing design recommendations and performing construction monitoring. This company values a collaborative environment and encourages continuous learning and professional growth. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in your field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Match

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Stock Ownership Opportunity

Wellness Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in geotechnical investigations for dam projects.
• Proficiency in field logging and soil/rock testing techniques.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute geotechnical investigations and analysis.
• Provide design recommendations for foundations and slopes.
• Perform construction monitoring and dam safety inspections.

Skills

Geotechnical Investigations

Field Logging

Design Recommendations

Construction Monitoring

Geotechnical Modeling

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geological or Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

Slide2

RS2

Settle3

LPILE

APILE

GROUP

Job description

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters!

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a full-time Senior Staff Geotechnical Engineer to join our Dam Safety / Geotechnical group, working on a variety of dam‑related and aquaculture projects across the western US and Canada. The ideal candidate will be keen to take on a variety of assignments, both in the field and supporting senior geotechnical engineers and project managers on analysis, design, and reporting tasks. While relevant work experience is required, we are looking for candidates who exhibit a positive attitude and willingness to learn and accept new challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute subsurface geotechnical investigations, including preparing subcontractor agreements, soil and rock core logging, collecting disturbed and undisturbed samples for testing, supervising in situ testing, and developing laboratory testing schedules.
• Perform geotechnical modeling and analysis using industry standard software including Slide2, RS2, Settle3, LPILE, APILE, GROUP, etc.
• Provide design recommendations for foundations, slopes, retaining walls, and embankments.
• Perform construction monitoring and quality assurance on active construction sites, including subgrade reviews, pile installation, anchor testing, and geomembrane installation.
• Perform dam safety inspections for existing dams.
• Develop project-specific design criteria using relevant design codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Collect, review, and organize historical project data, including drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Prepare geotechnical data and design reports and provide contributions to multidisciplinary design documentation reports.
• Collaborate with Design Technology staff to prepare and revise project drawings.
• Communicate directly with multidisciplinary engineering teams to interpret geotechnical/geological conditions and their implications on design and construction.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological or Civil Engineering (with a geotechnical focus) preferred. A Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering is considered an asset.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Professional Engineer (preferably P.E. in at least one State; a P.Eng. in at least one Province/Territory is an asset).
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, with experience in subsurface geotechnical investigations for dam projects as a significant asset.
• Proficiency in field logging, classification, in situ and laboratory testing of soil and rock using various drilling and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant design codes, standards, and jurisdictional requirements preferred.
• Proficiency in interpreting and communicating design intent from contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and prioritize effectively.
• Keen attitude and willingness to learn and accept constructive criticism.
• Flexibility to travel up to 40% of the year and adapt to changing schedules.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively in multi-discipline teams.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $85,214 - 110,500 annual (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program consisting of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 Paid Holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for Stock Ownership and Wellness Reimbursement.

Who We Are: McMillen, Inc. (McMillen) is an engineering, environmental, and construction firm providing scalable, multi-disciplinary capabilities. We are a design and build firm providing clients with balanced perspective and realistic solutions. With experts in the United States, Canada, Australia, and France, our staff bring best practices from various markets.

We balance technical precision with collaborative delivery throughout all project phases. We have the resources and expertise to contribute to a project at the feasibility and planning stage, navigate regulatory and permitting requirements, develop detailed designs, self-perform construction, and participate in startup, testing, and commissioning. We offer strategic planning, technical expertise, comprehensive project management, and integration of multi-disciplinary studies for traditional and alternative project delivery methods.

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We aren't looking for the complacent or the comfortable. We are looking for the highly technical, the creators, the manic obsessives, the outliers who know being the best is a journey, not a finish line. We support our employees' efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work-life balance.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.