Staff Geotechnical Engineer

Description

• Collection of data and measurements.
• Observation of construction activities, and testing materials such as soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry and reinforcing steel.
• 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.
• Observation and logging of geotechnical test borings.
• Work as a team member within the Albany, NY office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.
• Prepare and review geotechnical design calculations, engineering reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Communication with contractors, engineers, and project managers.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of professional experience.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license.
• Critical thinking and the ability to begin and progress designs.
• A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering.
• 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:
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and flexible to changes in work assignments as changes occur in project needs.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
• Relevant work experience/background in geotechnical and/or dam safety 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.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several months away from the office

Benefits

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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance