Our Seattle office is currently looking to hire a staff level engineer or staff geologist to work in our growing geotechnical practice. You will be responsible to support mid- and senior level engineers for projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. You will be responsible for the following:

• Working with project teams on geotechnical engineering projects that involve field work, data evaluation engineering analysis;

• Assisting the geotechnical lead on current and future major transit projects throughout the greater Seattle area, including design and submittal reviews, observing and documenting in the field construction efforts, preparing geotechnical opinions and analyses relating to observed construction;

• Develop 3D geological models for large infrastructure projects and to collaborate with geotechnical and tunneling engineers to develop solutions to complex geological problems;

• Performing field tasks such as test boring logging, testing supervision and construction monitoring;

• Scoping and assisting in implementation of field programs;

• Observing and monitoring the execution of subsurface investigations and testing programs appropriate for design and construction of infrastructure projects including bridges, pavements, ports, water/wastewater and other geo-structures;

• Conducting technical analyses/calculations including liquefaction evaluation, static and seismic slope stability, settlement, and deep and shallow foundation bearing capacity;

• Preparing borehole logs, field reports, and assisting with the preparation of reports, plans and specifications.

Mott MacDonald provides innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions throughout North America for various sectors. The ideal entry level engineer for our geotechnics practice will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geology or equivalent, required; or,

• Master's degree in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology preferred;

• 1-3 years of experience with a geotechnical concentration in both design and field operations;

• Field experience logging soil and rock as well as log preparation and construction inspection/oversight;

• Familiarity with geotechnical, geospatial and civil software such as: LeapFrog Works, GeoStudio packages/Slide/Rocscience suite, ArcGIS, AutoCAD;

• Familiarity with construction industry standards, experience working on public agency projects and experience working in BIM environments, preferred;

• Strong communication, problem solving and organizational skills;

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

• EIT or GIT (preferred) or ability to obtain one within 6 months.

Salary Range:$80,000 - $100,000
Benefits:401k, medical, dental, and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, personal time off (PTO), parental leave, and company-paid life insurance.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law.
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Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.