Job Description
DescriptionShannon & 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 field explorations, collect samples, construction observation, geologic reconnaissance, mapping, and preparing field reports.
- Experience with drilling techniques including hollow stem auger, down-hole bucket auger, rotary coring.
- Organize laboratory data, conduct limited soil index property laboratory testing, and report data.
- Interact and communicate with subcontractors, clients, and staff at all levels.
- Assist with business development and marketing activities, including preparation of cost proposals.
- Follow Shannon & Wilson's Quality Assurance policy.
- Follow and promote Shannon & Wilson's Health & Safety and Loss Prevention policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.Requirements
- 7 to 14 years of experience as a Geologist, including soil sampling and some testing experience.
- MS Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, supported by a BS degree in Geology or Engineering Geology, preferred.
- L.E.G. Certification
- Experience analyzing LiDAR data, including for geomorphic/landform features.
- Experience with field reconnaissance mapping for civil projects, including landslides.
- Geologic interpretation and analysis using soil and rock samples retrieved from explorations.
- Subsurface exploration techniques including hollow-stem auger drilling, mud rotary drilling, rock coring, and test pit/trench logging.
- Collecting samples and logging exploratory excavations using standard soil and rock classification systems.
- Organizing, contracting with, and directing subcontractors is a plus.
- Performing soil index property laboratory testing a plus.
- Construction observation and construction material testing of earthwork a plus.
- Pile/shaft foundation construction and retaining wall structure construction observation a plus.Level PlacementTypically, 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, a Mid-Level Geologist typically would be placed at a Shannon & Wilson Senior Professional I, II, or III level.Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity EmployerShannon & 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.]]>
Job Tags
Full time, For subcontractor, Local area, Immediate start, Worldwide,