Mid-Level Geotechnical Engineer

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. With 700+ employees across 31 offices in the United States, Schnabel is recognized as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for by CE News.

About the role

The Houston, TX office is seeking a mid-level Geotechnical Engineer to support our growing business. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with excellent communication skills and an interest in solving technical challenges. You will gain practical knowledge and experience while working on real-world engineering problems under the supervision and mentoring of senior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates
• Plan and oversee 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 reports
• Perform project management activities, including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, managing project budgets, invoicing, and backlog reporting
• Manage client relationships and business development opportunities
• Mentor junior engineers
• Collaborate within the geotechnical engineering department and across other Schnabel offices to balance workload
• Occasionally perform field work such as logging test borings, construction observation, and on-site client consultation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (Master’s degree preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• 5+ years of professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering
• Proficiency with geotechnical engineering analysis software such as LPILE, APILE, SHAFT, GeoStudio, Settle3D, FoSSA, or similar programs
• AutoCAD and GIS skills suitable for developing geotechnical deliverables
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lift 60 pounds and physically negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside
• Ability to perform field work and travel as needed
• Ability to pass a background check (may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening

Skills

• Positive attitude
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic and desire for continual self-improvement
• Collaborative team player
• Confidence and independence with a shared sense of responsibility
• Effective time management and interpersonal skills

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

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $73,000 to $110,000, varying based on geographic location and other factors.