DescriptionSchnabel is a 100% 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 nearly 500 employees in 25 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 a 100% 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 and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Richmond, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Staff Scientist or Staff Engineer to join our growing practice. We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.Job Responsibilities:
Use GIS and GPS to aid in planning and executing field work
Use field equipment such as peristaltic pumps, bladder pumps, submersible pumps, water quality meters, and air monitoring equipment
Perform drilling oversight with direct push, sonic, hollow stem auger, air rotary, and vibracore technologies including logging soil borings using the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS)
Perform various hydrogeological and environmental field testing of site soils and aquifers
Perform surface water, groundwater, soil, and sediment sampling
Perform stormwater inspections, sample collection, BMP installation, and preparation of discharge monitoring reports
Record field notes and document detailed site information
Assign and review laboratory tests
Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS
Summarize and support interpretation of environmental and geologic data by senior engineers and scientists
Support senior engineers and scientists in environmental site characterization, geologic interpretation, and environmental assessment
Required Skills/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geology, Geological Engineering, or Environmental Science
0-2 years of professional experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task
Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
Strong organizational and time management skills
Willingness and ability to perform outdoor field work, including over water, and travel
Desired Skills/Experience:
Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e. environmental engineering, geology, geotechnical engineering, construction, civil engineering, etc.)
EIT or GIT certification
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 employment drug screening
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)