Geotechnical Intern
3 days ago
Job Type
Full-time, Temporary, Internship
Description
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:
- Perform construction observation.
- Assist with field explorations and collection of samples.
- Perform geotechnical laboratory tests.
- Assist with report preparation.
- Perform geological or engineering analyses and calculations.
- Interact and communicate with clients, vendors, and staff at all levels.
- 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.
- At a minimum, completed Junior year of undergraduate coursework working toward degree in Geology or Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Geotechnical.
- 0 to 3 years of experience
- Coursework and/or working backgrounds in one or more of the following areas: soil mechanics and foundation engineering, slope stability, and engineering geology.
- Field/construction observation experience a plus 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.
- Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.
- Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.
- The ability to work with the appropriate level of supervision.
- A valid driver license and insurable driving record.
- Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable).
- Critical thinking and analysis.
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying 30+ pounds.
- Working in all weather conditions, on uneven terrain.
- The ability to travel (drive or fly) to field sites per project needs and job sites locally and out of state.
Level Placement
Typically, 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 Geotechnical Intern typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Technical Services I or II level.
Compensation:
Technical Services I: $21.30 - $25.00
Technical Services II: $25.00 - $35.00
Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Shannon & 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.
Salary Description
$21.30 - $35.00
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