Tacoma Field Geotechnical Engineer – Slopes & Foundations

GeoEngineers, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare with travel benefit

401(k) with company match

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

GeoEngineers, Inc. is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to lead field exploration and observation of earthwork and foundation construction. The role blends fieldwork with report preparation and geotechnical analysis.

You will perform slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, deep foundation design, and seismic evaluation, with occasional collaboration across locations. Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering required; Master’s in Geotechnical or related field strongly preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and successfully work within a team.
• Proven problem solving, and professional-level verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be willing to travel domestically as needed.
• One year of driving experience in the United States. International driving experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for field exploration and observation of earthwork and foundation construction, on projects big and small, to develop an understanding of soil conditions and construction-related geotechnical issues.
• Responsible for preparing field reports and performing geotechnical analyses such as slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, deep foundation design, and seismic evaluation.
• Assists with gathering field data and field samples for related projects. Coordinates samples for testing as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Driving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Master’s in Geotechnical or related field (preferred)

Job description

GeoEngineers, Inc. is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer to lead field exploration and observation of earthwork and foundation construction. The role blends fieldwork with report preparation and geotechnical analysis.

You will perform slope stability, bearing capacity, settlement, deep foundation design, and seismic evaluation, with occasional collaboration across locations. Domestic travel may be required.