Schnabel Engineering · 2 weeks ago
Geotechnical Field Engineer / Inspector
Owings Mills, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$22/hr - $30/hr
5+ years expSchnabel Engineering is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. They are seeking a Geotechnical Field Engineer/Inspector to perform field observation and testing, prepare reports, and coordinate with clients and contractors on construction projects.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Perform geotechnical construction phase field observation and testing when required, including compacted fill placement, fill and footing subgrade approval, deep foundation installation inspection (auger cast piles, steel and concrete piles and caissons), ground improvement installation, inspection of tieback installation, and cast in place concrete
Prepare field observation and testing reports
Review field observations and testing reports prepared by others for accuracy and completeness, keeping project files up to date, including summaries and plans
Work closely with senior geotechnical engineers and structural engineers to troubleshoot construction issues and to develop recommendations to resolve the issues
Work with and coordinate with clients and contractors to successfully execute their projects
Perform geotechnical site investigations, including test borings, test pits, and in-situ testing (CPT, DMT, PMT), if required
Willing to travel and work out of state for extended periods of time
Qualification
Required
High School Degree required
5+ years of geotechnical field inspection and testing experience. Technical post-secondary education (engineering or geology degree) may substitute for some experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Positive attitude
Ability to multi-task
Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
Must possess a valid driver's license and personal vehicle as driving is an essential function of the job
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Geology, Engineering, or a related field preferred. (ABET accredited program not necessary)
Benefits
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
Company
Schnabel Engineering
Schnabel Engineering is a civil engineering company that specializes geotechnical and tunnel engineering services.
501-1000 employees
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Walter Rabe
President / CEO
Chris Potter, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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