Entry-Level Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Lab Opportunity

Schnabel Inc.; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee life & disability insurance (

Short-term disability (company-paid)

Long-term disability

401(k) and profit-sharing

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Bonus program

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schnabel is seeking an Entry-Level Geological/Mining/Civil Engineer to join our Mining team in Marquette, MI. You will develop field and analytical skills while contributing to geotechnical investigations and reporting.

Ideal candidates have ABET-accredited degrees and 0–2 years of experience, with readiness to travel and work on diverse sites, including surface and underground mines. The role offers growth in a respected, ESOP-driven firm.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in geology, geological engineering or mining engineering.
• 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work independently or on a team.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel out of state for several weeks at a time (up to 70%).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on construction sites in rugged environments.
• Willingness to learn new software for modeling and reporting.
• MSHA/HAZWOPER or related training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and performing geotechnical investigations including work plans and field programs.
• Document and report geotechnical investigation results; log soil/rock borings and perform in-situ tests.
• Install monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation; conduct field tests and collect samples.
• Assist in field work at inactive mine sites and surface/underground operations.
• Prepare field and safety documentation; assist in reports, plans, and specifications.
• Create basic plans/figures using GIS, Google Earth and AutoCAD.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Field work

Willingness to travel

Physical endurance

Education

ABET-accredited geology/mining/geological engineering degree

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Google Earth

Job description

Schnabel is seeking an Entry-Level Geological/Mining/Civil Engineer to join our Mining team in Marquette, MI. You will develop field and analytical skills while contributing to geotechnical investigations and reporting.

Ideal candidates have ABET-accredited degrees and 0–2 years of experience, with readiness to travel and work on diverse sites, including surface and underground mines. The role offers growth in a respected, ESOP-driven firm.