Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Aspect Consulting, a Geosyntec Company, an earth science and engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our growing Geotechnical and Infrastructure Practice in our Seattle, Bainbridge Island, Bellingham, Wenatchee, WA offices, a hybrid work schedule may be available at the Company's discretion. Aspect’s geotechnical engineers tackle challenges on a variety of complex projects all over the northwest ranging from bridge replacements, landslide stabilization, transportation and roadway design, water and wastewater conveyance, reservoirs and dams, mid- and high-rise buildings, development within and near steep-slope sensitive areas, and floodplain and natural habitat restoration.

Senior Geotechnical Engineers at Aspect regularly interface directly with clients, execute work through the full project lifecycle from proposals to construction, guide innovative geotechnical designs, work alongside other highly experienced engineers, geologists, and other consultants, strategically pursue new work and opportunities, and mentor junior staff helping them navigate to early career success. This is a long-term, career track position with the ultimate goal to grow one’s consulting practice through effective project delivery and client development.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

• Work directly and closely with Aspect geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists to support a wide variety of clients and technically challenging projects;

• Strategically pursue new clients and opportunities including preparation of proposals and budgets;

• Oversee and perform geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations including slope stability analyses, seismic evaluations, shallow and deep foundation design, ground improvement design, excavation and shoring evaluations, and other challenging technical evaluations as well as review work by others;

• Prepare and direct the development of written geotechnical reports while working with dedicated editing, data, and mapping teams to create high-end and cutting-edge deliverables;

• Effectively manage project schedules, scopes of work and financial aspects like profitability and invoicing.

• Lead, mentor, and/or supervise junior staff;

• Collaborate with and lead multi-disciplinary project teams extending outside of Aspect, including clients, architects, engineers, and contractors, to share project information, objectives, and geotechnical engineering recommendations;

• Develop, coordinate, and oversee construction oversight programs to ensure the successful completion of projects; and

• Participate in ongoing education and training opportunities in geotechnical engineering, project and people management, and consulting.

• Bachelor's degree in civil or geological engineering or related field. (required)

• Advanced degree in civil or geological engineering or related field. (preferred)

• Professional Engineer’s License. (required)

• At least 8 years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)

• A minimum of 3 years of project management experience.

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to travel long distances and accommodate occasional overnight travel (travel is most often within Washington and northern Oregon)

• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required) 

• Current OSHA 40-hr HAZWOPER training and refreshers. (preferred) 

• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required. 
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required) 

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $124,620/year / Maximum Salary: $174,470/year (Seattle, Bainbridge Island, WA)
• Minimum Salary: $118,955/year / Maximum Salary: $166,535/year (Bellingham, WA)
• Minimum Salary: $113,290/year / Maximum Salary: $158,605/year (Wenatchee, WA)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees including, 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 8 sick days, and a minimum of 11 vacation days per year. Employees (and their families) are offered medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), a variety of leaves of absences and other benefits to eligible employees.

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