Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Ports & Marine, Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers at Kiewit in Federal Way, WA | USD175,000-235,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

safety compliance

bid design

design development

construction oversight

risk mitigation

team leadership

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support efforts to capture and spread design lessons learned and innovations to all Districts
Advance bid phase design concepts to IFC designs for successful pursuits
Support of the bid phase development of innovative and cost-effective design
Oversee engineering services during construction and field review efforts during execution phase
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Support the development of early and mid-career geotechnical engineers
Working within the pursuit team during the bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks
Work with and provide direction to the interdisciplinary engineering team and design subcontractors to develop competitive, cost-effective designs

Requirements

professional engineer

plaxis

seismic analysis

docking design

15+ years

geotechnical

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Strong all-around academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering
Comprehension of pertinent standards and codes
The physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions
Experience working in a team setting and directing the work of others
15+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience with 10+ years providing geotechnical solutions in ports and marine-related infrastructure projects
Registration as a Professional Engineer or eligible for registration in home office State / Province
Professional experience and capability with finite element software (PLAXIS 2-D, 3-D or FLAC)
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Experience in seismic ground response analysis
Experience with design of docking structures such as combi-walls, sheet pile walls, tangent walls, cellular structures, experience with evaluating underwater slope stability and related impacts to pile supported structures, driven, drilled and rock socketed pile design...
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Qualified Geologist and/or Geomorphologist would be a PLUS
Regular, reliable attendance
EPC and/or Design-Build experience, preferred
Ability to travel to project sites
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering; Graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets

Role

Description

safety compliance

bid design

design development

construction oversight

risk mitigation

team leadership

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Support efforts to capture and spread design lessons learned and innovations to all Districts
Advance bid phase design concepts to IFC designs for successful pursuits
Support of the bid phase development of innovative and cost-effective design
Oversee engineering services during construction and field review efforts during execution phase
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
Support the development of early and mid-career geotechnical engineers
Working within the pursuit team during the bid phase to help identify key design risks and develop plans to mitigate risks
Work with and provide direction to the interdisciplinary engineering team and design subcontractors to develop competitive, cost-effective designs

Requirements

professional engineer

plaxis

seismic analysis

docking design

15+ years

geotechnical

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Strong all-around academic knowledge of geotechnical engineering
Comprehension of pertinent standards and codes
The physical ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmental conditions
Experience working in a team setting and directing the work of others
15+ years of relevant geotechnical engineering experience with 10+ years providing geotechnical solutions in ports and marine-related infrastructure projects
Registration as a Professional Engineer or eligible for registration in home office State / Province
Professional experience and capability with finite element software (PLAXIS 2-D, 3-D or FLAC)
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Experience in seismic ground response analysis
Experience with design of docking structures such as combi-walls, sheet pile walls, tangent walls, cellular structures, experience with evaluating underwater slope stability and related impacts to pile supported structures, driven, drilled and rock socketed pile design...
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Qualified Geologist and/or Geomorphologist would be a PLUS
Regular, reliable attendance
EPC and/or Design-Build experience, preferred
Ability to travel to project sites
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geological Engineering; Graduate degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred
Strong people skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1884

Year Established

The company began operations in 1884.

1920s and ’30s

Growth Period

The company expanded during this time, building landmark structures.

$17B in 2023

Revenue

The company's revenue in 2023 topped $17 billion.

It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions.
Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors.
Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites.
Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables.
With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

Culture + Values

Safety First – We care for the safety and well-being of our employees and those around us.
Integrity – We are honest, ethical, and transparent in all that we do.
Excellence – We deliver exceptional results by striving for continuous improvement and exceeding expectations.
Customer Focus – We develop strong relationships with our customers and work together to achieve success.
Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions and outcomes.
Collaboration – We work together to leverage the strengths of our diverse teams and achieve shared goals.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate efforts.

100% Renewables

Clean Energy Transition

Committed to integrating renewable energy solutions into projects to support a low-carbon future.

Investing in sustainable infrastructure to support the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Tracking and reducing our carbon footprint across operations and construction sites.
Incorporating sustainable practices into the design, construction, and operation of projects to minimize environmental impact.

Inclusion & Diversity

15%

Women in Workforce

Approximately 15% of the workforce are women, reflecting current representation in the organization.

Aim to build a diverse workforce, with a focus on gender, race, and other underrepresented groups.
Set clear goals for increasing the percentage of women in leadership and technical roles.
Track progress on diversity metrics across all levels of the organization.

Articles

Careers

Projects

Markets