Geotechnical Engineer

4 hours ago


Salt Lake, Utah, United States Shannon & Wilson Inc Full time
Job Summary

Shannon & Wilson is a leading consulting firm providing integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental, and natural resource services worldwide. We are committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, delivering comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for clients globally.

We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment, and utilizing innovative science practices in all our work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform geotechnical engineering and geological analyses and calculations.
  • Prepare and write engineering and other reports.
  • Conduct field explorations, collect samples, perform geologic reconnaissance, and mapping.
  • Observe construction activities, prepare summary logs, and document findings.
  • Perform geotechnical lab testing and communicate results.
  • Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
  • Support marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals.
  • Adhere to 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 in Civil Engineering and MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • 0 - 6 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Hold or be in process of obtaining an Engineer-in-Training Certificate.
  • Be on track to obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) License.
  • Have work experience (and/or coursework) in one or more of the following areas: soil mechanics; rock mechanics; rock and soil slope stability; shallow and deep foundations; tunneling; microtunneling; seismic design; earthquake engineering; and retaining structures.
  • Have some knowledge or experience of field/construction observation in one or more of the following areas: logging geotechnical explorations, observation of pile driving operations, observations of earthwork activities, installation and recording of geotechnical instrumentation, field reconnaissance, and/or underground work.

Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees, including employee ownership, comprehensive medical 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, and free parking.

Typically, an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level, depending on their education, experience, qualifications, fit with the company and local office culture, and current business needs.

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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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