Staff Geotechnical Engineer (EIT)
About The Position
ALLWEST is an employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspection firm serving clients throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Geotechnical Engineer supports projects from field exploration through design and construction, combining fieldwork, technical problem-solving, construction involvement, and collaboration with project teams. The role includes conducting and documenting subsurface investigations, collecting and interpreting field and laboratory data, assisting with geotechnical analyses, preparing calculations and reports, and providing construction field support and observation. Travel is primarily within the greater Tri-Cities region, with occasional travel to other ALLWEST locations in Idaho, Montana, and Washington, including occasional overnight or extended trips of approximately one week. Eligible employees may participate in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). ALLWEST is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
- Minimum of two years of geotechnical engineering or related experience.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain EIT certification within six months of hire.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with internal teams, clients, and project partners.
- Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project requirements.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a vehicle in varying weather conditions.
- Ability and willingness to travel as project needs require, including occasional overnight or extended travel of approximately one week.
Nice To Haves
- Engineering experience with progressively increasing levels of responsibility.
- Experience performing subsurface field explorations, including drilling methods, test pit excavations, and geophysical methods.
- Experience installing or monitoring geotechnical instrumentation, including inclinometers and piezometers.
- Experience or education using geotechnical analysis software for field data reduction, slope stability, foundation design, seismic analysis, or related applications.
- Experience supporting or overseeing geotechnical aspects of construction projects.
Responsibilities
- Support geotechnical engineering projects from field exploration through design and construction.
- Perform and document subsurface investigations, including drilling and test pit activities.
- Collect, evaluate, and interpret field and laboratory data.
- Assist with geotechnical analyses for foundations, slopes, seismic conditions, and other project needs.
- Prepare technical documentation, calculations, and engineering reports.
- Provide field support and observation during construction.
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, clients, contractors, and other project team members.
Benefits
- Company-paid medical, dental, and group life insurance.
- Optional vision, disability, accident, and supplemental life insurance.
- FSA and HSA options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
