Schnabel Engineering · 1 day ago
Staff Geotechnical Engineer
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$57K/yr - $86K/yr
0+ years expSchnabel Engineering is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. They are seeking an entry-level Geotechnical Engineer to assist in geotechnical field work, perform calculations for designs, and prepare reports while working in a collaborative team environment.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Use GIS and GPS to aid in planning and executing geotechnical field work
Log test borings
Oversight of subcontractors including drillers, and traffic control
Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS
Assign and review laboratory tests
Perform calculations to support geotechnical designs
Provide support on preparation of geotechnical reports and proposals
Observe geotechnical-related construction and perform materials testing
Plan and coordinate geotechnical and materials testing field work
Prepare field reports
Review geotechnical and materials testing reports
Qualification
Required
0-3 years of professional experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or related field
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, including assignments that may last several months away from the office
Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
Must possess a valid driver's license as driving is an essential function of the job
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
Preferred
Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e. geotechnical engineering, construction, civil engineering, etc.)
Master's degree
EIT certification
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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Late StageLeadership Team
Walter Rabe
President / CEO
Chris Potter, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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