• Staff Geologist

    Schnabel Engineering (Sterling, VA)


    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 650+ 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 and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation.  The Rockville, MD office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Staff Geologist to join our growing practice.  We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

     

    Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

    Job Responsibilities:

    + Assist in planning and performing geotechnical 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

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

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

    Required Skills/Experience:

    + A bachelor's degree in geology or geological engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

    + 0-2 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.

    + 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.

    + 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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