Engineering/Scientific Technician

Schnabel Engineering; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee life & ADD insurance (100%公司-

Short-term disability (100% company‑p)

Long-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuition -

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering in Newport News, VA is seeking an Engineering/Scientific Technician to join our growing practice. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and wants to contribute to building the nation’s infrastructure.

This entry-level opportunity offers consistent hours, strong benefits, and potential overtime. Candidates with science-based majors or related internships are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to perform basic math and work outdoors at construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document construction activities for compliance with plans.
• Test construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry and reinforcement steel.
• Support geotechnical design tasks such as soil boring layouts using GPS and test boring observations.
• Assist in soils and concrete laboratory testing as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Lift 50-75 pounds

Outdoor construction site work

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred (in geology or related)

Job description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 32 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

• Medical 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)
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Newport News, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Engineering/Scientific Technician to join our growing practice. We are looking for motivated candidates with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team. This role is an excellent opportunity for graduates with science-based majors to gain entry into the consulting engineering field. Successful candidates will have a desire to work outside and enjoy being a part of building the nation’s infrastructure. This role provides consistent working hours, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to earn overtime pay.

Job Responsibilities:

• Observe and document construction activities, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.
• Perform testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry and reinforcing steel.
• Provide as-needed support to the geotechnical design phase department on tasks such as soil boring layouts using GPS and observation of test borings.
• Provide as-needed support in the soils and concrete laboratory performing laboratory testing.

Required Skills/Experience:

• High School degree
• Valid Driver’s License
• Possess good oral, written, communication, and organizational skills
• Able to perform rudimentary mathematic computations
• Candidates must be able to lift 50 - 75 pounds on an occasional basis and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, climb ladders and work outside

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in geology, earth sciences, physics, environmental science or a related field
• Prior construction experience or internship experience in the engineering field

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
• Worksite Access Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain client-required access authorization for assigned worksites, including limited access facilities. The access process is administered by the client and may include identity verification, background screening, safety or security training, credentialing, and other site-specific requirements.

The compensation range for this position is between $18/hour to $28/hour. 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.

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