Staff Geostructural Engineer or Staff Structural Engineer

GeoEngineers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

GeoEngineers, Inc. in Seattle, WA seeks a Staff Geostructural Engineer or Staff Structural Engineer to join our Construction Design Group.

You will contribute to geotechnical and structural design for below-grade structures and support excavation projects nationwide, learning from senior leaders. Responsibilities include field explorations, analyses, producing reports, and assisting with excavation support, retaining walls, dewatering, and temporary shoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering required; Master’s in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Interest in soil-structure interaction and geostructural design.
• Proficiency with CAD: AutoCAD, Civil3D, Revit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform field explorations and observe earthwork and excavation support construction.
• Conduct geostructural and structural analyses and calculations.
• Provide timely deliverables to project manager; produce field reports.
• Assist with geo-structural designs (excavation support, walls, dewatering).
• Collaborate with project team on design decisions.
• Support site visits and travel as required; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Soil-structure interaction

Geotechnical design

Structural analysis

Site travel

Civil engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Master's in Geotechnical/Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Revit

Job description

Location: Seattle, WA | Metro: Seattle or Tacoma | Type: Full Time | Department: Construction Design Group

As a Staff Geostructural Engineer or Staff Structural Engineer, you will be a valued team member in our Construction Design team. Our Construction Design team brings expertise in structural and geotechnical design for below-grade structures. Additionally, we support Owners, other A/E firms, heavy civil, marine, and specialty foundation contractors with temporary works necessary to build the project. In this position you will provide engineering solutions for complex projects across the nation, including all types of excavation support systems, cofferdams, deep foundations, ground improvement, retaining walls, dewatering, trestles, and other structures. You will be working in a collaborative environment, with a project team and projects that span across the country providing you with the opportunity to learn and be mentored by multiple geostructural and structural leaders in our industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for field explorations and observation of earthwork and support of excavation construction, on projects big and small, to develop an understanding of soil conditions and construction-related geostructural issues.
• Complete a wide range of geostructural and structural engineering analyses and calculations.
• Ensure that deliverables are submitted to the project manager in a timely manner and are completed as estimated. Independently produces detailed, accurate field reports. Assists in the production of submittals including cover letters, calculations, and construction drawings and designs with support of senior staff.
• Assist with producing typical geo-structural designs such as excavation support, retaining wall, soil nail wall, slurry wall, slope stability, shallow and deep foundation, construction dewatering, work trestle, temporary shoring, etc.
• Collaboratively work with project team members in making design decisions from detailed criteria provided by the senior engineer or project manager.
• Assists with observation of field explorations and construction projects, ensuring that work performed is consistent with project plans and specifications as well as in accordance with safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering required; Master’s in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering preferred.
• An interest and understanding of soil-structure interaction and geostructural design.
• Basic understanding of CAD software packages AutoCAD/Civil3D/Revit preferred.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and successfully work within a team.
• Professional-level verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to engage in site visits and travel as required to support work.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• One year of driving experience in the United States. Consideration will be provided for international driving experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• All candidates are subject to completing a background check, and reference check.
• All candidates are required to participate in our medical surveillance program.
• Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities and do heavy work including exerting up to 50 pounds of force on occasion.
• Ability to perform consistent work on a PC with prolonged sitting and view of a monitor/screen.
• Ability to travel for short-term and long-term assignments as needed.
• All employees are responsible for conducting their work in a safe manner. This includes identifying potential safety hazards and reporting them to the designated project manager in a timely manner and participating in project safety briefings. This also includes wearing appropriate safety equipment when working in the field and completing all required health & safety training prior to beginning field work.

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position, located in Seattle, WA, is $73,000 – $99,000 annually. Our best estimate of the salary range for this position, located in Tacoma, WA, is $71,000 – $96,000 annually. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here.

Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers

When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go.

GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

We welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for openings on our team. We would love for you to join us!