Entry Level-Geotechnical Engineer

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 & 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 Civil/Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or Mining 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. 
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills.  
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor.  
• The ability to work independently with the appropriate level of OR minimal supervision.  
• The willingness and ability to travel to support the needs of other Shannon & Wilson offices.   
• 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.   
• The ability to swim preferred. [include if working on/over water; delete if not applicable]  
• The ability to get a pass for access to military facilities. [delete if not applicable]