Staff Geotechnical Engineer (EIT)

ALLWEST Testing; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ALLWEST Testing in Kennewick, WA seeks a Geotechnical Engineer to join a field-and-design focused team. The role blends field exploration, data interpretation, and collaboration with project teams on foundations, slopes, and seismic considerations.

The candidate will perform subsurface investigations, document lab and field data, and prepare technical reports while supporting construction with site observations. Travel within the Tri-Cities and to other ALLWEST locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Geological Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of two years geotechnical engineering experience.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within Tri-Cities region and to other ALLWEST locations.

Responsibilities

• Support geotechnical projects from field exploration through design and construction.
• Perform subsurface investigations including drilling and test pit activities.
• Collect, evaluate, and interpret field and laboratory data.
• Assist with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slopes, seismic conditions, and other project needs.
• Prepare technical documentation, calculations, and engineering reports.
• Provide field support and observation during construction.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, clients, contractors, and other project team members.

Skills

Field exploration

Data interpretation

Technical reporting

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Geotechnical software

Inclinometers

Piezometers

Job description

Description

ALLWEST is an employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspection firm serving clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.

We are seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This position is a strong fit for an engineer who enjoys a combination of fieldwork, technical problem-solving, construction involvement, and collaboration with project teams.

What You'll Do

• Support geotechnical engineering projects from field exploration through design and construction.
• Perform and document subsurface investigations, including drilling and test pit activities.
• Collect, evaluate, and interpret field and laboratory data.
• Assist with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slopes, seismic conditions, and other project needs.
• Prepare technical documentation, calculations, and engineering reports.
• Provide field support and observation during construction.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, clients, contractors, and other project team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited program
• Minimum of two years of geotechnical engineering or related experience
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain EIT certification within six months of hire
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and project partners
• Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project requirements
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a vehicle in varying weather conditions
• Ability and willingness to travel as project needs require, including occasional overnight or extended travel of approximately one week
• Travel is primarily within the greater Tri-Cities region, with occasional travel to other ALLWEST locations throughout Idaho, Montana, and Washington

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility
• Experience performing subsurface field explorations, including drilling methods, test pit excavations, and geophysical methods
• Experience installing or monitoring geotechnical instrumentation, including inclinometers and piezometers
• Experience or education using geotechnical analysis software for field data reduction, slope stability, foundation design, seismic analysis, or related applications
• Experience supporting or overseeing geotechnical aspects of construction projects

Why ALLWEST?

As an employee-owned company, ALLWEST gives eligible employees the opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and share in the success of the company. Eligible employees have access to benefits including:

• Company-paid medical, dental, and group life insurance
• Optional vision, disability, accident, and supplemental life insurance
• FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Tuition reimbursement

ALLWEST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.