Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnical EngineerPerform geotechnical engineering and geological analyses and calculations.Prepare and write engineering and other reports.Perform field explorations, collection of samples, geologic reconnaissance, and mapping.Perform with construction observation on job sites and prepare summary logs and other documentation.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.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.RequirementsBS in Civil Engineering and MS or PhD Degree in Geotechnical Engineering.0 - 6 years of experience in Geotechnical Engineering.Have obtained or in process of receiving a Engineer-in-Training Certificate.On track to obtain Professional Engineering (PE) License.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.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.Level 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, an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.BenefitsShannon & Wilson is committed to providing a comprehensive total rewards package that includes the following benefits:Employee stock ownershipMedical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).Pre-tax health and daycare FSAProfit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions10 - 20 paid vacation days per year for full-time employees, based on years of experience (prorated for part-time employment)Sick leave accrues based on state requirements9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holidayPaid volunteer dayPaid time off for bereavement and jury dutyTwo weeks of paid parental leaveLunch & Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance ProgramMentorship ProgramTuition ReimbursementFree parkingShannon & 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.