Geotechnical Engineer I: Field & Lab Analysis

Schnabel Inc.; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid disability insurance

Long-term disability

Supplemental life insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing

ESOP

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Schnabel Inc. seeks an Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer for our Columbia, SC office. You will join a growing practice and develop both field and analytical geotechnical skills within a collaborative team environment.

The role emphasizes field work, report preparation, and coordination of soil and material testing. A bachelor’s in civil engineering and 0–2 years’ experience are required, with travel and physical work expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• 0–2 years professional experience.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate clearly.
• Willingness to perform field work and travel.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on construction sites.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and pass background/drug screening.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Strong work ethic

Field work willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

EIT certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Schnabel Inc. seeks an Entry Level Geotechnical Engineer for our Columbia, SC office. You will join a growing practice and develop both field and analytical geotechnical skills within a collaborative team environment.

The role emphasizes field work, report preparation, and coordination of soil and material testing. A bachelor’s in civil engineering and 0–2 years’ experience are required, with travel and physical work expected.