Staff 3 Professional (Engineering Discipline)

Anchor QEA • Seattle, WA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Anchor QEA, Inc. is hiring a Staff 3 Professional (Engineering Discipline) in Seattle, WA. This role involves developing, implementing, and leading geotechnical field investigations and laboratory testing plans for soil/sediment characterization and design for upland and in-water projects. The position also supports construction observation and inspection, conducts geotechnical analyses including finite element modeling and foundation/retaining structure design, and prepares various technical documents. Additionally, the role includes supporting business development and mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus), Coastal Engineering, or related field.
• 5 years of progressive experience in geotechnical engineering or related role with geotechnical component in civil or coastal engineering.
• 3 years exp. using specific geotechnical engineering software (e.g., Settle 3D, Slide, CPeT, CLiq, LPILE, SLOPE/W, Deepsoil).
• 1 year exp. programming (SQL, MathCAD).
• 3 years exp. providing oversight of geotechnical field investigation programs (borings, CPTs, etc.), completing & overseeing technical analyses (particularly when dealing with nearshore/offshore sediments) & preparing technical documents (reports, project specifications).
• 3 years exp. developing & executing field investigation and lab testing plans at upland and/or in-water project sites.
• 1 year exp. performing geotechnical studies & design of projects located within nearshore and aquatic environments.
• 3 years exp. preparing qualitative and quantitative analyses of geotechnical data, including slope stability analyses, settlement evaluations, seismic deformation analyses, and foundation and retaining structure design.
• 5 years exp. performing technical writing to support the preparation of sampling & analysis plans, geotechnical reports, RI/FS reports, & design documents, including technical specs.
• 1 year exp. preparing or supporting the preparation of design documents, specifications, cost estimates, & engineering calculations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, & lead geotechnical field investigations & laboratory testing plans for soil/sediment characterization and design for upland and in-water projects.
• Support construction observation and inspection (e.g., monitoring installation of deep foundations, ground support, ground improvements).
• Conduct geotechnical analyses (e.g. slope stability, settlement, seismic deformations), finite element modeling & foundation/retaining structure design.
• Prepare geotechnical engineering calculations, cost estimates, & design drawings/specifications for projects involving upland and sediment remediation, water resources, waterfront, restoration, and structural design.
• Provide geotechnical baseline reports, sampling and analysis plans, RI/FS reports, & design documents (e.g. technical specs).
• Support business development and mentor junior staff.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, basic life, and AD&D ins)
• paid holidays (7 company & 2 floating per year)
• vacation (2 weeks accrued varies by level and tenure)
• sick and safe time (80 hours annually)
• 401(k) plan with employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior