Geotechnical Engineer (Entry-Level)

SHANNON & WILSON, INC. • Murray, UT • 3h ago

Description

Shannon and 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 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 and 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.

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.

Shannon and Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:

Employee stock ownership

Medical, prescription, vision, dental, long-term care and life insurance plans are offered to employees (and their families).

Pre-tax health and daycare FSA

Profit sharing and 401(k) plans with annual safe-harbor contributions

10 - 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 requirements

9 paid holidays per year + 1 personal holiday

Paid volunteer day

Paid time off for bereavement and jury duty

Two weeks of paid parental leave

Lunch and Live wellness webinars and an Employee Assistance Program

Mentorship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free parking

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, an Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer typically would be placed at a Shannon and Wilson Professional I, II, III, or IV level.

Shannon and 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.

Shannon and Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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