Senior Civil Engineer (Geotechnical)

City of Seattle•Seattle, WA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a full-time position primarily responsible for determining whether geotechnical engineering features of construction plans comply with applicable codes and professional standards of practice. We are looking for a geotechnical engineer with design and construction experience in shoring, slope stability, and deep foundations, who is conversant or highly skilled with seismic aspects of design. Our work environment is fast paced with a lot of variety—on any given day, you may be reviewing a 90-ft deep excavation, checking ground improvement design for a liquefiable site, coaching a homeowner on the permit path for a backyard cottage in an environmentally critical area, or following up with a special inspector on excessive shoring movements at a construction site. The ability to multi-task, show initiative, and communicate using variable styles are critical skills. We have a cohesive and supportive workgroup that finds work-life balance. Currently, the group works 3 days a week at Seattle Municipal Tower and 2 days a week remotely; however, other hybrid or in-office arrangements may be required in the future depending upon business needs.

Requirements

Five years professional civil engineering experience and a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology; (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience, which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington. For out of state applicants who may not yet have a Washington PE, you must be a licensed PE or GE in another state and apply and obtain reciprocity if you are the successful candidate.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in geotechnical engineering
Geotechnical design and construction experience in a wide range of project types
Familiarity with permitting processes in the City of Seattle such as correction notices, special inspections, and the ECA Code.

Responsibilities

Review construction and land use applications and geotechnical design reports for compliance with the ECA code, Grading code, and Seattle Building code.
Prepare plan review comments in the form of written correction notices using Bluebeam.
Coordinate reviews with the Seattle Dept. of Transportation and other City departments, as necessary.
Assist the group supervisor in code interpretation and developing policy for geotechnical design and earthquake engineering issues.
Provide on-call coaching, permit facilitation, and design and construction guidance to applicants and SDCI staff on geotechnical issues associated with potential projects.
Evaluate geotechnical special inspection reports and final letters; work with inspectors to resolve construction issues.
Provide technical support (including occasional field visits) to SDCI's Code Compliance group and the Seattle Law Department for enforcement cases.
Testify on geotechnical issues for projects that are referred to the Hearing Examiner.
Provide technical information at home fairs, professional organizations, and community groups.