Geotechnical Engineer (Senior-Level)

About the firm

Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions. We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple clients, contracts, and projects at the same time.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, studies, and calculations.
• Prepare and write technical engineering and other reports.
• Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
• Lead, mentor, oversee, and/or supervise engineers and other employees.
• Lead and oversee a group or a local office location.
• Review technical reports and other documents; construction observation reports; and engineering calculations prepared by lower-level engineers.
• Support business development and marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals and presentations to existing and prospective clients.
• Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy.
• Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson’s Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical Engineering specialty).
• MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering (or Geological Engineering), supported by a BS Degree in Engineering or Geology.
• 14+ years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer.
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in the state office is located.
• Mentoring and supervisory experience.

Benefits

• Employee ownership.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
• Pre-tax health and daycare FSA.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Long-term care insurance.
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions.
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave (10–20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees, based on years of experience; sick leave accrues based on state requirements).
• 10 paid holidays plus 1 personal holiday.
• Paid volunteer day.
• Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty.
• Two weeks of paid parental leave.
• Lunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Mentorship Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Free parking.

Pay

Base annual salary range: $130,000 – $185,000. Level placement typically at Associate or Senior Associate, depending on education, experience, qualifications, company fit, and business needs.