Senior Geotechnical Engineer

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 31 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 IncludeMedical insuranceDental insuranceFlexible spending accountsEmployee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)Short-term disability (100% company-paid)Long-term disabilitySupplemental life insurance401(k) and profit-sharing planEmployee stock ownership plan (ESOP)Bonus programPaid time off9 Paid HolidaysWellness programProfessional development and tuition reimbursementJob DescriptionSchnabel Engineering is seeking multiple Senior Geotechnical Engineers to support our growing business in Rockville, MD. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with an interest in managing complex projects, working with a team of skilled engineers, and developing younger staff. They should also possess detailed knowledge and practice of geotechnical theory associated with foundations, slope stability, ground improvement measures, etc., particularly on major infrastructure, transportation, commercial, state, federal and industrial projects. Schnabel will support and offer relocation expenses for these opportunities.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimates Planning and oversight of geotechnical investigations. Manage/review geotechnical field work performed by others Assign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory tests Perform/review geotechnical engineering analyses and calculations Develop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write geotechnical engineering reports Perform project management activities including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, management of project budgets, invoicing and backlog reporting Manage client relationships as required Manage and mentor junior engineers and geologists commensurate with experience level Work as a team member within the office and across the business unit in other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources Participate in business development activities as instructed by the branch leader Required Skills/Experience10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineering Prior experience with geotechnical transportation related design and familiar with LRFD, AASHTO and other local DOT required design codes Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited programProfessional Engineering license in Maryland or another US StateExcellent 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/ExperienceMaster’s Degree or higher in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering Experience managing geotechnical services for design-build or other alternative delivery projectsProficiency with gINT software and standard geotechnical engineering analysis software such as LPILE, APILE and SHAFT, OpenGround, Plaxis, GeoStudio, Settle3D and FoSSA, or similar programsPrior experience providing geotechnical engineering services for agencies such as DDOT, VDOT, MDOT, PennDOT, WMATA, CSX, Amtrak, Norfolk Southern, or similarExperience managing or supervising junior engineersOther RequirementsAbility to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening The compensation range is between $105,000 to $210,000. 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.