Senior Geotechnical Engineer - Dams & Field Leadership

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 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.