Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Lacey, 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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Civil Engineer
- Thurston County
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Thurston, WA
FULL_TIME
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**This employment opportunity has been reopened and will remain open until filled. Thurston County Public Works reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.**
We are recruiting for a Civil Engineer to join our dynamic, energetic and innovative Technical Services Group (TSG) within Public Works’ Water Resources Division. The successful candidate will assist TSG with providing increased level of service for the Water Resources’ capital programs and development review efforts. Current stormwater capital project efforts primarily include stormwater projects pertaining to water quality, localized flooding, and legacy capital facilities retrofits or replacements. Current development review efforts include stormwater plan review for commercial, industrial, and residential subdivision applications. Some development review efforts may include application reviews for the connection to the County’s water and sewer utility systems.
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Manages the design progression of water resources capital facilities from alternatives analysis through final design and construction phases.
- Prepares or oversees development of construction and maintenance plans.
- Oversees or prepares civil engineering design plans, reports, specifications, drainage and environmental assessments, cost estimates, and other related engineering documents necessary for project delivery. Affixes engineering seal if design is performed in-house.
- Conducts development plan and report review to ensure compliance with Thurston County’s Drainage Design and Erosion Control Manual (DDECM) and Thurston County’s Water and Sewer Utility Development Standards.
- Reviews projects that include detailed calculations and computer models for hydrology and hydraulics, grading plans, utility plans, and Environmental Impact Statements or other documents. Approves plan changes.
- Serves as a project manager for assigned capital projects. Assists in planning, scheduling, and implementing work, ensuring that projects meet required guidelines and regulations, and serves as the first point of contact to resolve engineering problems, conflicts, and questions.
- Provides oversight and serves as technical support for other engineering support staff. Instructs the support staff regarding construction and any project modifications, and resolves conflicts with contractors, as necessary.
- Performs complex site inspections for properties under development to verify design and check the surrounding area for impacts. Inspects completed developments ensuring the accuracy of the construction and verifying as-built drawings.
The Thurston County Public Works Department, located in Olympia, Washington is a national award-winning agency in delivering quality projects to our community. Our mission is to provide quality public services in all areas of our business. We actively help our staff develop and grow professionally, we bring together resources across divisions to achieve organizational goals, we are always ready to respond to community needs, and we are an American Public Works Association accredited agency, consistently meeting industry best practices benchmarks.
Our Core Values:- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
- Customer Service – We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
- Innovation – We strive to continuously improve processes, performance, and results.
- Safety – We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
- Teamwork – We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
What we offer our employees:- Work-Life Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.
- Plan For Your Future: As a member of our team, you will enjoy great employee benefits, including a retirement plan, pre-tax savings accounts, as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visit Thurston County Employee Benefit Plans 2023 for more information.
- Paid Leave: Full-time regular employees earn a minimum of 12 paid vacation days per year in addition to 11 paid holidays.
- Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career, learn new skill sets, and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
- Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
- Deferred Compensation: The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for out-of-pocket health care and daycare expenses with pre-tax dollars.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program which allows full-time public service employees who have made 120 qualifying payments for certain loans, to get their student loans repaid. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Why you’ll love it here:
Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washington’s South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean, the area boasts the perfect blend of year-round outdoor activities including boating, hiking, skiing, and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia, known for its many restaurants, microbreweries, coffee shops, farmer’s markets, kids’ activities, history, and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at Experienceolympia.com.- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field.
- Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in civil engineering.
- Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) License recognized by the State of Washington within six (6) months of hire date. (Note: no substitution will be allowed for the PE Certification requirement).
- Washington State Driver's License.
- Ability to use computers and related software for construction, design, and other civil engineering work.
- Experience with stormwater engineering design principles, including water quality treatment, storage, and conveyance.
- Experience with Department of Ecology’s Stormwater Design Requirements for Western Washington is a plus.
- Knowledge of the application and interpretation of federal, state, and local rules, regulations, codes and ordinances as they relate to area of assignment.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas or project issues in a clear, comprehensive, effective, and professional manner, both orally and in writing.
- Thorough knowledge of civil engineering practices and techniques, including knowledge of design methods.
The contact person for this recruitment is Tim Wilson, Water Resources Manager, 360-786-5831
This position is:- Represented by a Union
- Not eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
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- 11 Days Ago
Facilities Engineer
- Providence Health
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Description Facilities Engineer - Providence St. Peter Hospital - Olympia, WA SCHEDULE: Full-Time position; working 7 days on, 7 days off. Swing/Second shift. Monitors, operates, maintains and improve...
- 11 Days Ago
Precision Engineer
- Hummingbird Scientific
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Olympia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Company DescriptionAbout Hummingbird Scientific | https://hummingbirdscientific.com/company/Job DescriptionHummingbird Scientific is adding a new precision engineer to grow our team of mechanical, mec...
- 2 Days Ago
DevOps Engineer
- Dept. of Labor and Industries
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Tumwater, WA
FULL_TIME
- Job DetailsDo you enjoy working as a part of a team of systems engineers? Do you flourish while playing a vital role in facilitating the rapid deployment of high-quality application products? Do you e...
- 4 Days Ago
Facilities Engineer
- Providence
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Centralia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Description Facilities Engineer (264057) Schedule: FTE 1.0, Day, Tuesday-Friday, 6 am-4:30pm, plus revolving on-call The Engineer performs duties assigned by the Engineering Supervisor and/or Engineer...
- 21 Days Ago
Facilities Engineer
- Providence Health
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Centralia, WA
FULL_TIME
- Description Facilities Engineer (264057) Schedule: FTE 1.0, Day, Tuesday-Friday, 6 am-4:30pm, plus revolving on-call The Engineer performs duties assigned by the Engineering Supervisor and/or Engineer...
- 22 Days Ago
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0 Geotechnical Engineer jobs found in Lacey, WA area
Associate Hydrogeologist
- Terraphase Engineering Inc.
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Tacoma, WA
- Terraphase is seeking candidates for a senior-level environmental Hydrogeologist, Geologist, or Groundwater Geologist. T...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Environmental Project Manager
- Soundview Consultants LLC
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Gig Harbor, WA
- Soundview Consultants is a well-respected Environmental Consulting Firm with 15 years of serving our clients and communi...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lead PSD Permit Engineer (Environmental Engineer 5)
- State of Washington
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Olympia, WA
- Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Construction Project Manager
- Condon-Johnson & Associates
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Kent, WA
- ABOUT CONDON-JOHNSON & ASSOCIATES: Our experience in geotechnical design and construction spans more than four decades. ...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Project Geotechnical Engineer [28165]
- Migizi Group, Inc.
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Tacoma, WA
- Benefits: Compensated work-related travel, mobile phone stipend, Sick and Paid Time off, 4% company- matching 401k, prof...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Staff Civil / Geotechnical Engineer [28258]
- Stealth Startup
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Tacoma, WA
- Benefits: Compensated work-related travel, mobile phone stipend, Sick and Paid Time off, 4% company- matching 401k, prof...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dam Safety Engineer (Environmental Engineer 5)
- State of Washington
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Olympia, WA
- Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Resources (WR) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to f...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Land Development
- Lennar Homes
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Federal Way, WA
- Overview Welcome Home! Build your career with Lennar: As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Lacey, Washington
Lacey is a city in Thurston County, Washington, United States. Established as a suburb of Olympia, its population was 42,393 at the 2010 census out of a county population of 252,264.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.51 square miles (42.76 km2), of which, 16.06 square miles (41.60 km2) is land and 0.45 square miles (1.17 km2) is water....
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Geotechnical Engineer jobs
$70,767 to $82,882
Lacey, Washington area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago
were up 2.9% from a year ago
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