Geotechnical Engineer 2-4

Geotechnical Engineer 2-4

RH2 Engineering is seeking an early-career Geotechnical Engineer to join RH2's collaborative consulting team. This role provides the opportunity to contribute to public infrastructure and utility projects throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho while developing technical and professional skills under the mentorship of experienced professionals.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers, alongside licensed geotechnical engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists, and engineering geologists. Senior staff provide mentoring, technical review, risk evaluation, and project collaboration to support your continued growth.

This position blends office-based analysis and reporting with field investigations and site visits. While primarily focused on geotechnical engineering, there are opportunities to expand into engineering geology, hydrogeology, and general engineering.

What you'll do:

• Review published reports, well logs, geologic maps, and related data to evaluate site conditions, constraints, construction methodologies, and design risks.
• Develop geologic cross-sections and hydrogeologic/potentiometric surface interpretations using existing and field-collected data.
• Identify recommended drilling locations and depths for production and dewatering wells.
• Prepare technical specifications for shallow and deep foundations, production wells, and dewatering systems.
• Participate in and document field investigations, including borings and test pits; classify soils and evaluate stratigraphy, strength, permeability, and suitability as construction materials.
• Collect and manage soil samples for laboratory testing; analyze field and lab data to determine engineering properties.
• Prepare technical memoranda and geotechnical reports summarizing findings, analyses, and recommendations.
• Develop maps and figures using GIS and AutoCAD to support deliverables.
• Travel periodically within Washington, Oregon, and Idaho for fieldwork (all travel time compensated).

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required.
• Master's degree in geotechnical engineering, geology, or related field preferred.
• FE/EIT certification required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington, Oregon, and/or Idaho—or ability to obtain within 1–3 years.
• 2–10 years of experience in civil or geotechnical engineering.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills (writing samples will be required).
• Experience preparing clear, well-organized technical reports and data presentations.
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest glacial, fluvial, and bedrock geology.
• Experience classifying soils using the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS).
• Proficiency in analyzing geologic and geotechnical data.
• Experience with GIS, CAD, spreadsheets, modeling, and/or remote sensing tools.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee subconsultants and contractors with support from senior staff.
• Minimal internal staff supervision responsibilities.

Technical Skills

Proficiency or working knowledge in:

• Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills required)
• ESRI ArcGIS Pro (or equivalent GIS software)
• AutoCAD
• Bore log preparation and cataloging (preferred)
• Slope stability analysis (preferred)
• Retaining wall design (preferred)
• Seismic hazard evaluation and design (preferred)

Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office-based with periodic fieldwork. The successful candidate must be able to:

• Sit or stand for extended periods and work at a computer.
• Travel between RH2 offices and project sites (mileage reimbursed at IRS rate).
• Position requires ability to bend, kneel, stoop and stand on various ground materials using hands and arms to reach, dig or pull materials to conduct applicable tests and assessments, including entering shallow test pits or shored excavations.
• Perform fieldwork at construction sites for extended durations, including standing, walking, climbing ladders, navigating uneven terrain, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation counts:

RH2 has an excellent multi-component compensation package built to recognize and financially reward our employees' contributions throughout their career with the company. Individual base compensation will vary within the following range of $42.00-$55.00/hour based on skills, qualifications, and experience as they relate to the requirements for this position. RH2 values our employees' work/life balance and compensates for overtimeat 1.5 times the base rate for hours exceeding 40 regular hours in a work week.

Benefits you'll enjoy:

• Health & Wellbeing – 100% paid insurancepremiums for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and an employee assistance program (EAP) employee coverage. Two buy-up medical plans are available, and low-cost partner and dependent coverage offered.
• Rest & Recover – Nine (9) paid holidays. Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual benefit.
• Savings Plans – 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and after-tax contribution options, generous employer 401(k) match, employer profit sharing contribution, employer Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) contribution, HSA with an annual employer contribution, FSA, and dependent care FSA available.
• Team Building & Community – Office social events, all-company retreat, and paid volunteer hours to encourage local community involvement and partnerships.
• Career Recognition & Development – Service anniversary bonuses and/or additional PTO on milestone anniversaries, incentives for professional licensure, defined career progression for every discipline, and mentorship from experienced professionals. We help advance careers because we care about you.

RH2 is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. RH2 will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Applicants requiring special assistance and/or people with disabilities can contact Human Resources.