Entry-Level (Staff) Geotechnical Engineer
About The Position
Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level (Staff) Engineer for their Washington, DC office. This role is for a motivated candidate interested in developing field and analytical skills, with a passion for professional growth and a desire to be part of a strong team. Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering, known for its high standards and commitment to communities. The firm is recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with over 700 employees across 32 offices in the United States and has been recognized as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for.
Requirements
- 0-2 years of relevant professional experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related field
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Positive attitude
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
- Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several months away from the office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license as driving is an essential function of the job
- Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e. geotechnical engineering, construction, civil engineering, etc.)
- Master’s degree
- EIT certification
Responsibilities
- Use GIS and GPS to aid in planning and executing geotechnical field work
- Log test borings
- Oversight of subcontractors including drillers, and traffic control
- Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS
- Assign and review laboratory tests
- Perform calculations to support geotechnical designs
- Provide support on preparation of geotechnical reports and proposals
- Observe geotechnical-related construction and perform materials testing
- Plan and coordinate geotechnical and materials testing field work
- Prepare field reports
- Review geotechnical and materials testing reports
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
- Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- Bonus program
- Paid time off
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Wellness program
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- Maternity leave
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
