Staff Civil/Geotech Engineer

Schnabel

About the role

Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to join our growing practice in Michigan, ideally located in the Grand Rapids and/or Lansing, MI areas.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams on civil, geotechnical, geological, or mining engineering projects that involve CAD design, construction oversight, field work, data evaluation, engineering analysis and report preparation
• Assist in planning and performing geotechnical investigations and analyses
• Aid in preparation of reports, plans, and specifications
• Observe and log soil borings and/or rock cores
• Conduct field assignments, such as site mapping
• Observe construction and perform materials testing, when needed. Material testing could include concrete testing, soil compaction, etc.
• Aid in performing field inspections
• Aid in performing analyses and design calculations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geological, or Mining Engineering or equivalency
• Detailed oriented with strong analytical skill and a positive attitude as well as the ability to work both independently and on teams
• A willingness to perform a variety of assignments on short notice is valuable
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to excel in a hybrid work environment
• Comfortable in remote settings, with a can-do attitude, and a willingness to perform a variety of tasks as needed to complete an assignment and satisfy project demands
• Desire and willingness to work outdoors and travel within Michigan and nationwide. Occasional travel to our current Michigan offices in Gladstone and Marquette will be required.
• Engineer in Training with the ability to receive a Professional Engineering License within 4 years

Qualifications

• Relevant internship experience
• 1-4 years of relevant industry experience
• Geotechnical exploration experience including drilling supervision, soil logging and classification
• Strong computer skills and experience with industry standard commercial computer software including: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and/or various engineering software

Skills

• Desired Skills/Experience

• Relevant internship experience
• 1-4 years of relevant industry experience
• Geotechnical exploration experience including drilling supervision, soil logging and classification
• Strong computer skills and experience with industry standard commercial computer software including: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and/or various engineering software

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

Pay

The compensation range for this position is between $57,200 to $95,693. 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.