Principal Engineer

SLR Consulting•Bothell, WA

14h•$130,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SLR Consulting (US) is seeking a principal-level environmental professional (Scientist, Engineer, or Geologist) to join and help grow their Land Quality & Remediation (LQR) practice in Bothell, WA. This role is designed for experienced professionals ready to step into immediate leadership responsibility, work with an existing client base, build new client relationships, lead a high-performing team, and shape the future direction of the practice. The contributions of this role will be visible, valued, and impactful, offering a platform for career acceleration and entrepreneurial growth within a supportive, yet autonomous, environment.

Requirements

Typically, 10–15 years of experience in environmental consulting, including time operating at or near the principal level.
Strong technical background in site investigation and remediation (soil, groundwater, vapor, sediment).
Familiarity with Washington regulatory programs (MTCA, VCP, PLIA).
Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and contribute to business development.
An emerging or developing network of clients—even if relationships are still early-stage.
Experience supporting or leading proposals and client engagements.
Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to help grow a practice.
Interest in taking on greater leadership responsibility and mentoring others.
Strong communication, project management, and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred WA PE, LG, or LHG.
Existing connections in industrial, real estate, energy, municipal, or redevelopment sectors.
Experience with vapor intrusion, sediment, or emerging contaminants.
Background working in larger firms or matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

Practice & Client Development: Grow and expand a portfolio of work by leveraging existing SLR clients and developing new relationships. Build and deepen client relationships over time, supported by leadership, marketing resources, and established accounts. Lead proposals, scopes, and pricing strategies with increasing autonomy. Identify new opportunities, markets, and service offerings.
Technical Leadership: Serve as Principal-in-Charge or senior technical lead on complex environmental projects. Provide high-level oversight of investigation, remediation, and regulatory strategy. Review and guide technical deliverables such as work plans, RI/RA reports, and remedy designs. Support innovative and practical solutions across MTCA, VCP, and PLIA projects.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a small, dedicated team of staff across various experience levels. Provide coaching, development, and day-to-day direction. Help shape team culture, priorities, and growth.
Business & Operations: Operate in a seller-doer capacity, with flexibility based on individual strengths and career goals. Manage project budgets, schedules, and staffing. Contribute to hiring, team growth, and practice strategy.