Staff Engineer (Civil or Geotechnical )- Construction

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Staff (Civil/Geotechnical) Engineer to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tukwila, WA. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

About the role

The Staff (Civil/Geotechnical) Engineer performs testing, project-specific observations, and site assessments under general supervision. The schedule may include some nights and weekends as needed, predominantly during traditional daytime hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in geotechnical field investigations, including logging soil borings, performing percolation testing, and conducting soil strength testing
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and proposals
• Perform engineering analysis under the guidance of a professional engineer
• Review project plans and specifications prepared by others
• Attend client site meetings and communicate effectively with client and project teams
• Perform testing and inspection tasks in the field and laboratory regularly
• Operate testing equipment, conduct testing, and provide assessment of data through reporting
• Perform on-site observations, sample collection, and specific tests
• Work on one or multiple projects at a time
• May manage projects, train and oversee technicians, and review field and lab data

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering (required)
• Knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals and soil mechanics
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal and written form
• Ability to periodically work off shifts and overtime
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable driving record
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull 30 to 50 pounds frequently; occasionally over 50 pounds with assistance
• Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions (hot and cold)
• Ability to climb and work at heights occasionally
• May travel overnight occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training Certificate (highly preferred)
• Experience working on DOT jobs
• Experience performing construction materials testing
• 3 to 5 years of construction materials testing or civil/geotechnical engineering experience

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000. Individual compensation packages are based on factors such as skill set, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Tuition reimbursement