Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Lab Focus

Geoengineer; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuitionre

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering’s Rockville, MD office is seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to join our geotechnical practice. The candidate will develop field and analytical skills, work with a strong team, and contribute to geotechnical reports and proposals.

We value creativity, growth, and a collaborative environment. The role involves field work, potential travel, and opportunities for professional development within a leading ENR Top 500 firm.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Use GIS and GPS to aid in planning and executing geotechnical field work.
• Oversight of subcontractors including drillers and traffic control.
• Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS.
• Assign and review laboratory tests.
• Perform calculations to support geotechnical designs.
• Support geotechnical reports and proposals.
• Observe geotechnical-related construction and perform materials testing.
• Plan and coordinate geotechnical and materials testing field work.
• Prepare field reports and review geotechnical reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Work ethic

Field work

Travel willingness

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

GPS

Job description

Schnabel Engineering’s Rockville, MD office is seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to join our geotechnical practice. The candidate will develop field and analytical skills, work with a strong team, and contribute to geotechnical reports and proposals.

We value creativity, growth, and a collaborative environment. The role involves field work, potential travel, and opportunities for professional development within a leading ENR Top 500 firm.