Geotechnical Engineering I

Job Description
Job Description Location: Seattle, WA (Pacific NW)
Work Setting: Hybrid office and field; travel to project sites throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide (~10–15%)
Relocation: Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
Base Salary: $124,000 – $199,000 depending on experience
Bonus: Annual bonus eligibility
Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and comprehensive employer benefits package

Position Summary
The Managing Geotechnical Engineer is a senior-level leadership role focused on delivering complex geotechnical solutions across coastal , marine , environmental remediation , and infrastructure projects. This position blends hands-on technical expertise with project leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and mentorship.
This role will support and grow a geotechnical practice working on challenging waterfront development , slope stabilization , f oundation systems , and restoration-related engineering projects. The successful candidate will contribute to both project execution and technical excellence, while also engaging in client-facing work and supporting business growth initiatives.
This is an opportunity for a technically strong engineer who wants to remain hands-on while progressing into broader leadership responsibilities within a nationally recognized environmental consulting environment.

What You’ll Do
Perform and oversee geotechnical analyses for coastal , waterfront , and environmental remediation projects
Support design and engineering for slope stabilization, foundation systems, and marine structures
Prepare technical studies, calculations, and engineering reports
Develop and review design documents, specifications, and cost estimates
Provide technical input on complex geotechnical challenges across multidisciplinary teams
Manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverables
Lead task assignments, team coordination, and contractor management
Support proposal development and participate in scope definition
Coordinate with internal teams and subconsultants across disciplines
Develop and execute field investigation programs and testing plans
Support construction observation, documentation, and troubleshooting
Work across both upland and in-water project environments
Mentor junior engineering staff and provide technical guidance

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (Geotechnical focus preferred); Master’s degree strongly preferred
• 10–12+ years of geotechnical engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (WA preferred or ability to obtain)
• Strong experience in geotechnical design, analysis, and construction support
• Background in coastal, marine, environmental, or complex geotechnical projects
• Proven project management and client interaction experience
• Strong communication and technical writing skill


Preferred Qualifications(Not Required)
Seismic geotechnical experience (highly valued for Pacific Northwest projects)
Experience with waterfront development, environmental remediation, or restoration projects
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams (environmental, civil, water resources)
Familiarity with Pacific Northwest geotechnical conditions
Prior mentorship or informal leadership experience

What You Get
Competitive base salary in the $124K–$158K range
Annual bonus plan with eligibility to earn performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) match
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Opportunity to work on high-impact coastal, environmental, and infrastructure projects
Exposure to complex, technically challenging geotechnical work (not “cookie-cutter” projects)
Clear path toward leadership and expanded responsibilities over time
Collaborative, technically driven work environment with strong mentorship culture