Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Bellingham, WA

Geotechnical Engineer prepares and inspects projects involving drilling and exploration. Responsible for geological mapping, report writing, site characterization, numerical modeling and analysis of excavations/supports. Being a Geotechnical Engineer requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Geotechnical Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Geotechnical Department Manager (North Region)
  • Geotest
  • Bellingham, WA FULL_TIME

  • Position: Geotechnical Department Manager – North Region
    Location: Bellingham, WA
    Hours: Full Time
    Salary: $100,000 to $140,000, D.O.E.
    All inquiries are confidential
    Send resumes to: careers@geotest-inc.com

    GeoTest offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including:

    • Sick Pay • Long Term Disability
    • Paid Vacation • 8 Paid Holidays
    • 401(k) • Other Compensation (discretionary
    • Medical/Dental/Vision bonus)
    • Life Insurance • Educational reimbursement (subject to
    • Flexible Spending Account company policy)
    • Short Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


    GeoTest Services, Inc. provides a comprehensive suite of services to assist our clients with project
    needs from design through construction completion. Services include geotechnical engineering,
    environmental, special inspection, construction materials testing, and building science services.
    Exceeding 30 years in business, GeoTest participates in some of the most interesting development
    projects in our region. Our company maintains four offices and two accredited construction material
    laboratories in Washington State.

    GeoTest is seeking to fill a Geotechnical Department Manager position out of our Bellingham, WA
    location. The North Geotechnical Department Manger is responsible for emerging business within this
    territory in accordance with the outlined position responsibilities. The position requires a commitment
    to manage the north department regarding quality and development. The position requires ongoing
    development of peer-to-peer relationships within the professional community to ensure ongoing
    business growth. An ongoing willingness to learn a variety of business, management, and marketing
    strategies is required.

    Responsibilities and Duties:
    • Oversee the assigned territory which entails Whatcom, Skagit, and San Juan Counties.
    • Collaborate with and support Geotechnical Department Manager’s in other regions.
    • Review, stamp, and provide geotechnical engineering support as applicable.
    • Participate in management meetings.
    • Prepares, reviews, and approves cost estimates.
    • Direct the north geotechnical engineering department in accordance with company policies and

    operating procedures.




    • Oversee geotechnical and construction projects to ensure execution of deliverables per client
    requirements.
    • Recommend and assist with hiring and on boarding of new employees.
    • Manage intake of projects within your territory and distribution of workload to department
    employees.
    • Manage employees in the department including their performance, training, utilization,
    timesheets, etc.
    • Approve purchases related to geotechnical equipment.
    • Participate in approved continuing education to enhance job-related skillset.
    • Works on special projects as requested and all other duties as assigned which may vary depending
    on season, workload, and the needs of the Company and our clients.
    • Participate and support planning, development, and growth of the department relative to staff,
    structure, and profitability.
    • Support collaboration of the geotechnical department with all company departments to ensure a

    multi service approach for the GeoTest client base.

    Qualifications:
    • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or Geology or related

    field and minimum five years related geotechnical engineering experience.
    • P.E preferred, but not required.
    • Previous leadership experience.
    • Experience writing geotechnical reports with a high proficiency level, required. Excellent written

    communication skills are required. Must be able to accurately prepare reports, proposals, and
    other deliverables. Reports must be clear and concise, while using proper grammar.

    • Excellent oral communication skills are required. Must be able to effectively communicate with
    internal and external stakeholders in a timely fashion.
    • Ability to read construction plans and specifications, required.
    • Strong organizational, computer, and math skills, required. Experience with applicable computer
    software, including but not limited to Excel, Word, SlopeW, GINT, and AutoCAD.
    • Clean driving record is required.
    • Ability to work outside, work independently, and be a self-starter.
    • Ability to travel to construction project sites and maneuver over rough and uneven terrain.
    • Lift up to 50 lbs. from a standing, crouched, or kneeling position. Lift equipment, buckets, or tools
    on uneven terrain periodically.
    • Carry up to 50 lbs. in the form of sample bags, buckets, and equipment.
    • Walk and carry sample bags/buckets, tools on construction sites, gravel pits, open fields, and/or

    uneven terrain periodically.







    • Able to sit, type, and perform computer work for long periods of time.
    • Frequent use of hands/fingers for computer entry.

    GeoTest offers a challenging work environment with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
    Please send resumes via email to: careers@geotest-inc.com



    GeoTest provides equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with respect to all terms and
    conditions of the application process in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations

    that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race,
    religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected

    class in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Manufacturing Engineer
  • Rust-Oleum
  • Burlington, WA FULL_TIME
  • Employer Description: Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional clea...
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Bioenvironmental Engineer
  • United States Air Force
  • Mount Vernon, WA FULL_TIME
  • PREVENTING ENVIRONMENTAL HARMWe go to extraordinary measures to protect our Airmen from environmental hazards and infractions. Applying engineering and scientific principles, Bioenvironmental Engineer...
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Project Engineer
  • Interwest Construction, Inc.
  • Burlington, WA FULL_TIME
  • Under direct supervision of a Project Manager this position supports field operations on various assigned projects. This position works closely with Project Managers and ensures that all assigned job ...
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Electrical Engineer
  • AKP Recruiting
  • Burlington, WA FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Our clients Burlington office is seeking an Electrical Engineer with three to fifteen plus years of experience in consulting engineering. Applicants must be well versed in all aspects ...
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Tooling Engineer
  • Janicki Industries
  • Hamilton, WA FULL_TIME
  • Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defe...
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Senior-level Professional / Habitat Restoration
  • Anchor QEA
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Title: Senior-level Professional / Habitat Restoration Location: Bellingham, Seattle, or Tacoma Job Type: Regular Full-t...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior Mechanical Project Manager
  • Sedron Technologies
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Senior Mechanical Project Manager Sedron Technologies designs and manufactures ...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Field Technician / Mechanic
  • Pape Material Handling Inc
  • Bellingham, WA
  • PAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – BELLINGHAM, WA FIELD TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC: Do you love working on equipment and turning...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Shop Technician / Mechanic
  • Pape Material Handling Inc
  • Bellingham, WA
  • PAPE’ MATERIAL HANDLING, INC. – BELLINGHAM, WA SHOP TECHNICIAN / MECHANIC: Do you love working on equipment and turning ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Senior-level Professional / Habitat Restoration
  • Anchor Qea
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Title: Senior-level Professional / Habitat Restoration Location: Bellingham, Seattle, or Tacoma Job Type: Regular Full-t...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Patient Services Worker
  • Aramark Corp.
  • Bellingham, WA
  • Job Description Patient Services Workers are responsible for a variety of specialized duties related to the receipt, int...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Geotechnical Department Manager
  • RMA Companies
  • Bellingham, WA
  • POSITION OVERVIEW: RMA is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support in...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Geotechnical Department Manager
  • RMA Companies
  • Bellingham, WA
  • POSITION OVERVIEW: RMA is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support in...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Bellingham, Washington

The city is located at 48°45′N 122°29′W / 48.750°N 122.483°W / 48.750; -122.483 (48.75, −122.48). The city is situated on Bellingham Bay which is protected by Lummi Island, Portage Island, and the Lummi Peninsula, and opens onto the Strait of Georgia. It lies west of Mount Baker and Lake Whatcom (from which it gets its drinking water) and north of the Chuckanut Mountains and the Skagit Valley. Whatcom Creek runs through the center of the city. Bellingham is 18 miles (29 km) south of the US-Canada border and 50 miles (80 km) southeast of Vancouver. According to the United States Census Burea...
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Income Estimation for Geotechnical Engineer jobs
$69,285 to $81,145
Bellingham, Washington area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago
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