Geotechnical Engineer

2 months ago


Anchorage AK United States Shannon & Wilson Inc Full time
Description Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington, and currently celebrating 70 years of continuous service. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services for clients worldwide. We deliver 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.Come join our Anchorage staff of over 20 geotechnical and environmental engineers, scientists, and geotechnical, environmental and administrative support staff. You'll be joining a cohesive and fun team with a diversity of experience and backgrounds, and you'll fill an important role within our office and our firm. Your geotechnical projects will take you to locations throughout Anchorage and surrounding areas, as well as travel to breathtakingly beautiful remote Alaskan locations, so bring your sense of adventure and your desire to contribute to Alaska's infrastructure and communities Your geotechnical projects will include supporting civil engineers, structural engineers, and A/E design teams investigating geotechnical conditions to support design of new construction projects for a variety of public and private clients. Typical projects in our Anchorage office range from designing foundations for new buildings, bridges, and waterfront structures, to investigating pavements on Alaskan roads, airport runways, new roads in undeveloped land, working alongside our environmental staff for soil testing and remediation projects, and much more. We work in every region of the state, so you will be challenged by a wide variety of soil and bedrock, seismic environments, and permafrost conditions, working in both urban and rural settings. Shannon & Wilson supports a variety of charitable and community-involvement organizations through volunteer hours, donations, and financial contributions. We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment, and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work. Staff enjoy an annual BBQ, group downhill ski outing, and various other friendly team-building events in a supportive and fun work environment. Between challenging, career-building projects and the endless recreational opportunities of Anchorage, come meet our team and find out if our Anchorage office is the right place for youResponsibilities
  • Manage multiple clients, contracts, and projects at the same time.
  • Perform geotechnical engineering analyses, studies, and calculations.
  • Prepare and write engineering and other reports.
  • Perform field explorations, collection of samples, geologic reconnaissance, and mapping.
  • Perform construction observation on job sites and prepare summary logs and other documentation.
  • Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
  • Lead, mentor, oversee, and/or supervise engineers and other employees.
  • Review technical reports prepared by lower-level engineers.
  • Review 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.
    • 7 to 14 years of experience as a Geotechnical Engineer.
    • Professional Engineering (PE) License in the state office is located.
    • Mentoring and supervisory experience.Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:
      • 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
      • Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
      • 10 paid holidays
      • Paid volunteer day
      • Free parkingLevel PlacementTypically, depending on an applicant's education, experience, other qualifications they possess, if they are a fit for the company and local office culture, and the current business needs, a Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Senior Professional I, II, or III level.Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity EmployerShannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.

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