Staff Geotechnical Engineer

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. Our Albany-area office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Staff Geotechnical Engineer 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.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform the following geotechnical and dams engineering tasks:

• Perform engineering activities throughout all phases of a project lifecycle, including field inspections, subsurface explorations, evaluation, geotechnical analysis, geotechnical and dam design, and engineering services during construction.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design calculations, engineering reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Work as a team member within the Albany, NY office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.

• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several weeks or months away from the office. Field work might include:

• Collection of data and measurements.
• Observation and logging of geotechnical test borings.
• Observation of construction activities, and testing materials such as soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry and reinforcing steel.
• Communication with contractors, engineers, and project managers.

Required Skills/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• 0-3 years of professional experience.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and the ability to begin and progress designs.
• A commitment to being an active contributor to our office culture.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and flexible to changes in work assignments as changes occur in project needs.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• 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.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Relevant work experience/background in geotechnical and/or dam safety engineering.
• A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, and future ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer.

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license.
• 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.

The compensation range for this position is between $57,200 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.