Geotechnical Engineer

Seattle, WA

Our client, a geotechnical engineering firm based in Seattle, is looking to add a Geotechnical Engineer to their team. As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading projects, fostering client relationships, performing engineering design and analyses, and supporting the leadership team.

The ideal candidate is self-driven, entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and is passionate about impacting all areas of company operations in a dynamic, tight-knit environment.

Geotechnical Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead geotechnical projects from inception to completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Perform and oversee complex geotechnical analyses, including soil mechanics, foundation design, slope stability, and seismic site response.
• Plan and supervise geotechnical field investigations, including soil sampling, drilling, and soil testing.
• Prepare comprehensive geotechnical engineering reports, providing clear and actionable recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through effective communication, understanding their needs, and delivering solutions that exceed expectations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate with structural, environmental, and construction teams to integrate geotechnical insights into broader project frameworks.
• Contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities, participating in proposal writing, and expanding the company’s client base.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet or exceed company and industry standards.
• Participate in strategic planning, process improvement, and decision-making to support overall company growth and success.

Geotechnical Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred; or any related degrees.
• Graduate degree(s) in Geotechnical Engineering is a plus.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency in geotechnical analysis; ability to perform seismic site response analysis is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State or ability to obtain WA PE within one year.

Company Benefits:

• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance premiums paid for employee & dependents
• Paid time-off and holidays
• Year-end bonus
• SEP-IRA contribution
• Assistance with relocation/moving expenses

Compensation: $110K - $155K annual salary + discretionary bonus