Senior Scientist

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 500+ 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:

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Richmond, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Scientist to join our growing practice. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage detailed and technically advanced environmental investigations
• Manage activities of other field personnel
• QA/QC boring logs and material classifications
• Assign, perform, and review laboratory tests
• Perform calculations to support designs
• Provide support on preparation of reports and proposals
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of hazardous materials assessments

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Geology, Geological Engineering, Geology, or related Science
• 5 or more years of professional experience (8 years preferred)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• 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 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 outside

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Prior professional work in a related field
• Master’s Degree in related field preferred
• Industrial hygiene experience preferred
• Professional Licensure preferred

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 drug screening