Staff 3 Professional (Engineering Discipline)

Anchor QEA • Seattle, WA

10d • $131,373 - $146,634 • 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 design, and prepares various engineering 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