Description

Schnabel Engineering is an employee-owned, professional consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in dam, geotechnical, geostructural, and tunnel engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities they live in, and support are a vital part of who we are and what we offer. Founded in 1956, Schnabel has experienced tremendous success and growth through its dedication to excellence in client service, high quality, and value-added solutions. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and Top 10 Dams and Reservoirs Design Firm with over 600+ employees in 27 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 health, dental, life and disability. Engagement in Schnabel’s wellness program offers incentives for employees to pursue a healthy lifestyle, and the firm rewards employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

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:

Schnabel Engineering is committed to building stronger, safer communities by solving complex infrastructure problems. Schnabel specializes in engineering quality solutions, managing risk, and providing specialized expertise. As the first true consulting firm in the Mid-Atlantic region to offer both subsurface investigations and soil and foundation engineering consulting services, Schnabel has established itself as the firm of choice for geotechnical work across the US.

• Geotechnical Excellence: As pioneers in geotechnical engineering, we provide comprehensive services for foundations, retaining walls, tunnels, and slope stability. Our geotechnical expertise ensures resilient infrastructure.

• Environmental Stewardship: We assess environmental risks, remediate contaminated sites, and promote sustainable practices. Our team navigates regulatory compliance and promotes responsible development.

• Coast-to-Coast Presence: With 27 offices across the U.S. we serve clients in diverse sectors, including transportation, energy, utilities, and public agencies.

• Award-Winning Culture: Our collaborative, employee-centric culture fosters creativity, professional growth, and community engagement.

• Innovation and Research: We actively contribute to industry advancements, research, and best practices.

Geohazard Practice Leader/Specialist:

We are seeking a Geohazard Practice Leader/Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in geology, geotechnical engineering, and hazard assessment and remediation. This position involves identifying and mitigating geological hazards due to climate change and other factors that impact and cause risk. This role will involve working closely with power companies, Departments of Transportation (DOT), and other stakeholders to address geohazard-related challenges and perform business development activities, such as drafting proposals, presenting at conferences/events, and participation in industry committees.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct geohazard assessments, including unstable slopes, landslides, rockfalls, and sinkholes.

• Collaborate with asset managers to develop proactive projects for reducing geohazard risks.

• Provide technical expertise in geotechnical engineering and emergency response.

• Utilize remote sensing tools, including LiDAR, for visual inspections and hazard identification, SAR, SfM, and satellite imagery are also desired.

• Work across business units and collaborate with existing staff to pursue and deliver successful projects.

• Report to the Business Line Leader (BL) and contribute to the Geo-Professional business units strategic plan.

• Conduct fieldwork in at-risk environments to characterize and investigate geologic and geohazard site conditions and/or infrastructure damage. Some fieldwork may require travel.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geology, geotechnical engineering, or related field from an accredited four-year program

• 10-15 years of directly related experience that includes working with power companies, DOTs, and other infrastructure stakeholders.

• Knowledge of geohazard assessment techniques and risk mitigation strategies.

• Familiarity with groundwater, seismic skills, and underground mines.

• Ability to use remote sensing tools that play a crucial role in monitoring and predicting hazards.

• Experience in business development to grow geohazard practice

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

• Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to lead staff and work across business lines in a matrix organization

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Master's Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Geology

• Professional Engineering/Geology Licensure (PE) (PG) Multiple states

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 $115,850 to $202,000. 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.

If you are passionate about geohazards and want to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The 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)