Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Description Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabelu2019s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 34 offices throughout the United States. Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm. Benefit options include: + 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 Job Responsibilities: + Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates + Planning and oversight of geotechnical investigations + Manage geotechnical and construction phase observation and testing field work performed by others + Assign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory tests + Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS + Perform geotechnical engineering analysis and calculations + Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write geotechnical engineering reports + Perform project management activities including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, management of project budgets, invoicing and backlog reporting + Manage client relationships and business development opportunities + Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level + Work as a team member within the geotechnical engineering department and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources + Occasionally perform field work such as logging test borings, construction observation and on-site client consultation Required Skills/Experience: + Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, Masteru2019s degree preferred + Professional Engineering registration or ability to obtain registration within 6 months of hire + 5+ years of professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering + Proficiency with standard geotechnical engineering analysis software such as LPILE, APILE and SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3D and FoSSA, or similar programs. + AutoCAD and GIS skills suitable for developing geotechnical deliverables + Excellent oral and written communication skills + Positive attitude + Ability to multi-task + Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement + Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment + Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility + Effective time management and interpersonal skills + Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside + Ability to perform field work and travel as needed Other Requirements: + Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check + Ability to pass a pre-employment screening The compensation range for this position is between $75,000 to $110,pensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-23