Project/Senior Geologist at Schnabel Engineering in Greensboro, NC | USD73,202-133,355 | Kablio

Role

Description

geotechnical planning

lab testing

openground

design calculations

field management

sme geology

Occasionally log test borings
Manage activities of other field personnel
Plan and manage detailed and technically advanced geotechnical investigations
Support the Creation of Drilling Program Plans (DPPs)
Assign, perform, and review laboratory tests
Provide support on preparation of reports and proposals
Prepare boring logs and drawings using OpenGround software
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of engineering geology for potential failure mode analyses, risk analyses, and design and construction projects
Perform calculations to support designs

Requirements

bachelor's

master's

gis

cadd

pg licensure

5+ years

Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last a few weeks away from the office
Ability to multi-task
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related Science
OpenGround, CADD, and/or GIS experience preferred
PG and/or CEG Licensure preferred
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
5 or more years of professional experience (8 years preferred)
Master’s Degree in related field preferred
Prior professional work in a related field
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
QA/QC boring logs and material classifications

Benefits

Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
Dental insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Wellness program
Long-term disability
Bonus program
Medical insurance
Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
Flexible spending accounts
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
9 Paid Holidays
401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check that may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
must pass a pre‑employment screening.

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

Articles

Careers at Schnabel Engineering

Projects

Role

Description

geotechnical planning

lab testing

openground

design calculations

field management

sme geology

Occasionally log test borings
Manage activities of other field personnel
Plan and manage detailed and technically advanced geotechnical investigations
Support the Creation of Drilling Program Plans (DPPs)
Assign, perform, and review laboratory tests
Provide support on preparation of reports and proposals
Prepare boring logs and drawings using OpenGround software
Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of engineering geology for potential failure mode analyses, risk analyses, and design and construction projects
Perform calculations to support designs

Requirements

bachelor's

master's

gis

cadd

pg licensure

5+ years

Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last a few weeks away from the office
Ability to multi-task
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related Science
OpenGround, CADD, and/or GIS experience preferred
PG and/or CEG Licensure preferred
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
5 or more years of professional experience (8 years preferred)
Master’s Degree in related field preferred
Prior professional work in a related field
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
QA/QC boring logs and material classifications

Benefits

Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
Dental insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Wellness program
Long-term disability
Bonus program
Medical insurance
Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
Flexible spending accounts
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
9 Paid Holidays
401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check that may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
must pass a pre‑employment screening.

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

Articles

Careers at Schnabel Engineering

Projects