Senior Staff Engineer

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Schnabel Engineering
Provides geotechnical, dam, tunnel engineering & earth‑retention foundation solutions worldwide.
Provide geotechnical engineering support from investigation to construction.
24 days ago ago
$65,000 - $95,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Boise, ID
Office Full-Time
Company Size
596 Employees
Service Specialisms
Geotechnical Engineering
Design
Construction
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Site Investigation
Sector Specialisms
Dam and Levee
Geoprofessional
Structures and Facilities
Tunnels and Underground
Water Supply, Conveyance, and Distribution
Construction Phase Services
Institutional
Highways and Bridges
Role
What you would be doing
construction observation
survey interpretation
subsurface investigation
engineering support
report development
engineering analysis
  • Perform and oversee construction observation of specialty geotechnical works and foundation construction.
  • Survey interpretation, calculation of quantities, and creation of various other supportive drawings and graphics.
  • Planning, performing, and overseeing subsurface investigation and testing programs.
  • Provide engineering support on geotechnical projects during the exploration, design, and construction phases.
  • Development of geotechnical reports and specifications.
  • Performing geological and geotechnical engineering analysis.
  • Preparing and/or reviewing field test logs and geological/engineering reports.
What you bring
autocad civil3d
geotech software
eit
master's
2+ years
communication
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Master's degree in geotechnical engineering
  • EIT certification.
  • Familiarity with APILE, LPILE, GRLWEAP, GeoStudio, and AASHTOWare Pavement M-E software
  • Have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment screening.
  • Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
  • Must be willing to travel; some overnight and out-of-town travel should be expected.
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D.
  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
Benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
  • Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
  • Long-term disability
  • Bonus program
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • Paid time off
  • Medical insurance
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded in 1956
Year Established
The company was established in 1956.
750 Million Revenue
Annual Revenue
Achieved approximately $750 million in revenue as of March 2025.
Top 250 Firm
ENR Ranking
Recognized as a Top 250 Design Firm by ENR.
  • From its headquarters in Virginia, it blends technical design and on‑site build for tunnels, dams, foundations and retention systems.
  • Typical projects include data center foundations, stadium ramp support, sewer installations and gravity‑retaining walls.
  • Their team engineered thousands of earth‑retention systems—soldier piles, soil nails, secant piles, jet grouting, micropiles—spanning remote and urban sites.
  • Known for pioneering permanent soil‑nail and tie‑back systems, turning temporary shoring solutions into long‑term engineering staples.
Culture + Values
30+ years
Experience-driven success
Leveraging over three decades of expertise to deliver consistent results for clients.
1000+ clients
Client trust and growth
A proven track record of delivering value to over a thousand clients across various industries.
98% success rate
Efficiency and outcomes
A highly efficient approach that consistently achieves desired outcomes for clients.
20+ offices
Nationwide presence
A comprehensive, nationwide network providing local expertise and global reach.
  • A principled and proven company, trusted and transparent, always doing what we say we’re going to do to ensure that our clients and employees are protected from any unnecessary risk.
  • Optimizing efficiencies by leveraging decades of experience to provide approaches that eliminate complexity and consistently deliver positive outcomes for our clients.
  • Guided by the principles of our founder … commit daily to a proven system for success.
  • Safety-oriented workplace culture with management involved in low-level operations and approachable leadership.
  • Collaborative, team-focused environment where everyone works together.
  • Nationwide design-build structure offering career autonomy and opportunity to work across field and office.
Environment + Sustainability
100% Solar-Powered
Facility Energy Source
Primary equipment facility in Strasburg, VA operates entirely on solar energy.
100% Petroleum-Based Recycling
Recycling Efficiency
All petroleum-based products are recycled, minimizing environmental impact.
100% Shop Towels Recycled
Waste Management
Utilizes recycled-cotton shop towels to reduce waste and environmental footprint.
100% Material Planning
Efficiency Measure
Implement meticulous material planning to minimize waste and optimize resource use.
  • Prioritize battery-powered tools and equipment to reduce carbon emissions and eliminate fuel spills
  • Replace heavy equipment engines with Tier IV models and use high-efficiency particulate filters to cut emissions
  • Comprehensive spill-response plans and on-site kits to prevent and manage fuel or material leaks
  • Stormwater pollution prevention via silt fencing and hay bales near waterways
  • Use renewable wood materials in lagging projects and comply with LEED-certified sustainable materials
  • Heat equipment facility with recycled oil and lubricants
  • Employ fluid-recycling technology in jet-grouting to reduce cement use
  • Digital documentation and power-monitoring to minimize waste
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly stated DEI strategy or measurable outcomes found on company website or LinkedIn
  • No published gender breakdown or targets available
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