Senior Staff Geologist

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 Include Medical 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 a Senior Staff Geologist in our Greensboro, NC office. We are looking for a motivated candidate to join our growing team of more than six engineering geologists to support our efforts on interesting and challenging dam, tunnel, and geohazard projects across the United States. This position will consist of management of advanced geotechnical investigations with a focus on both existing and proposed dam, hydropower, and pumped-storage hydropower projects.Job ResponsibilitiesSupport detailed and technically advanced geotechnical investigations for dams, tunnels, and other critical infrastructure projectSupport installation and measurement of geotechnical instrumentationSupport the creation of Drilling Program Plans (DPPs)Oversee geotechnical investigations in the field Log test boringsPerform geologic field mappingQA/QC boring logs and material classificationsPrepare boring logs and drawings using OpenGround and other software packagesSupport 3D geologic modeling effortsCollect and prepare samples for laboratory testingOversee geologically related construction activitiesPerform calculations to support designsProvide support on preparation of reports and proposalsSupport potential failure mode analyses, risk analyses, and design and construction projectsRequired Skills/ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related Science2 or more years of professional experienceExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to multi-task Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvementWillingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last a few weeks away from the office Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outsideDesired Skills/ExperiencePrior professional work in a related fieldMaster’s Degree in related field preferredOpenGround, CADD, and/or GIS experience preferredGIT or PG Licensure preferredOther RequirementsAbility to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit checkAbility to pass a pre-employment screeningThe compensation range for a Senior Staff Geologist is between $65,000 to $95,000. 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.