Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Schnabel Engineering; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering’s Greensboro, NC office is seeking a senior Geotechnical Engineer to lead and deliver geotechnical and dam-related projects. The role emphasizes technical excellence, client communication, and mentoring staff within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has a PE license, 10+ years in geotechnical consulting, and strong software proficiency in GeoStudio, LPILE, and AutoCAD Civil 3D. Travel as needed to support projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and with the ability to obtain licensure by comity (e.g. NCEES record).
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• AutoCAD and GIS skills suitable for developing geotechnical deliverables.
• Proficiency with geotechnical engineering software such as GeoStudio, Gint/OpenGround, Shoring Suite, STAAD Pro, LPILE, SHAFT, Settle3D, Leapfrog, RocScience, and AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage, execute, and provide technical support on geotechnical and interdisciplinary dam projects.
• Plan and manage field investigations, review logs, and evaluate instrumentation data.
• Prepare and review geotechnical reports, drawings, specifications, and presentations.
• Communicate with clients and regulators, set project goals, and coordinate resources.
• Supervise and mentor geotechnical staff.
• Foster a cohesive, positive office culture in Greensboro and company-wide.
• Contribute to Schnabel's brand through papers, white papers, and conferences.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Field investigations

Project management

AutoCAD

GIS

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

NCEES record/comity readiness

MS in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Tools

GeoStudio

Gint/OpenGround

STAAD Pro

LPILE

SHAFT

Leapfrog

RocScience

AutoCAD Civil 3D

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
• Dental 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)
• Bonus program
• 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 atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Greensboro, NC office is seeking a senior level Geotechnical Engineer to support our engineering group. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong growing team.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage, execute, and provide technical support, in a team setting and on a variety of challenging geotechnical and interdisciplinary dams projects.
• Responsibilities may include planning and managing geotechnical and geologic field investigations, reviewing field investigation boring logs, evaluating instrumentation and monitoring data, assigning project-specific soil and rock laboratory testing, conducting engineering analyses and design specific to soil and rock mechanics, foundation design, fill placement/ground modification, embankment dam design, seepage evaluations, slope stability analyses, and seismic analyses.
• Preparation and review of geotechnical engineering reports, technical documents, design drawings, technical specifications, and presentations, for a variety of applications, projects, and clients.
• Communicate with clients and regulators, establish goals and objectives for project teams, and schedule and coordinate resources, to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the quality expectations of the client.
• Serve as a direct supervisor to oversee, develop, and mentor geotechnical engineering and geology staff.
• Participate in the development of a cohesive, positive culture for our Greensboro, NC area office and company-wide to cultivate a best-in-class environment that allows our people to realize their full potential.
• Contribute to maintaining and developing Schnabel's strong brand in the geotechnical and water markets through thought leadership embodied in published papers, white papers, and participation at recognized conferences and workshops.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Licensed Professional Engineer and with the ability to obtain licensure by comity (e.g. NCEES record)
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering
• Willingness and ability to travel
• AutoCAD and GIS skills suitable for developing geotechnical deliverables
• Proficiency with geotechnical engineering software such as GeoStudio, Gint/OpenGround, Shoring Suite, STAAD Pro, LPILE, SHAFT, Settle3D, Leapfrog, RocScience, and AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar programs
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering (geotechnical focus).
• Senior project management experience for a variety of transportation projects
• Geo-structural engineering skills a plus

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

The compensation range for this position is between $115,000 to $140,000. 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.