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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. Schnabel’s 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 600+ employees in 30 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 Description:

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Our Longmont, Colorado office is seeking a Staff Geologist with an interest in hydrogeology to join our engineering geology team. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong multi-disciplinary team. Our Longmont office includes civil, hydraulic, water rights, and geotechnical engineers; geologists; designers; and support professionals.

_Please include a cover letter with your resume articulating why you are interested in joining Schnabel and our Longmont office._

Job Responsibilities:

+ Assist in planning and performing geotechnical/hydrogeologic investigations, including preparing work plans, scopes, and field programs.

+ Document and report the results of geotechnical investigations, including:

+ Log of soil and rock test borings

+ Perform of in-situ testing

+ Install monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation

+ Single and multi-well testing

+ Collect laboratory testing samples of soil, rock and water

+ Prepare field reports

+ Perform geotechnical instrumentation monitoring.

+ Perform construction observation, including materials testing and field documentation, with opportunities for short and/or long-term field assignments.

+ Assist in preparing reports, plans, and specifications, including construction documents.

+ Set up and perform hydrogeologic models.

+ Learn to perform slope stability and seepage analyses.

+ Create basic plans and figures using GIS, Google Earth, and/or AutoCAD.

+ Support 3D modeling and design.

+ Assist project managers with coordination and administrative tasks, with opportunities for increased task and project management responsibility.

+ Collaborate as a team member within the Longmont office and with other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload and resources.

Required Skills/Experience:

+ A bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology or geological engineering from an ABET-accredited institution. A master's degree in these fields is preferred but not required.

+ Basic understanding of hydrogeologic principles and analyses.

+ 0-4 years of professional experience.

+ Qualified to acquire or has already acquired the GIT/EIT certification with future ability to become a Licensed Professional Geologist or Engineer.

+ High proficiency in writing and reviewing reports in English.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

+ Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel out of state for several weeks at a time.

+ Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.

+ Experience with the latest version of ArcPro or other mapping software is preferred, but not required.

+ Willingness to learn new programs and software applications for modeling.

+ Strong organizational and time management skills.

+ Positive attitude and motivated to work well in a team environment.

+ A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.

+ Strong organizational and time management skills.

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 $52,000 to $86,000. Compensation 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.

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