Senior Staff Geological/Mining Engineer

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 32 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 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 Longmont, CO office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Staff Geological Engineer to join our growing Mining team. We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and performing geotechnical investigations, including preparing work plans, scopes, and field programs.
• Document and report the results of geotechnical investigations, for example:
  • Log soil and rock test borings
  • Perform in-situ testing (such as packer / hydraulic conductivity)
  • Install monitoring wells and geotechnical instrumentation
  • Single and multi-well testing
  • Collect laboratory testing samples of soil, rock and water
  • Lidar scanning
  • Prepare field reports
• Assist in field work at inactive mine sites, surface and underground
  • Site photographs
  • Sketches of structures and conditions
  • Notes and documentation of observations by the team
  • Prepare field and safety gear
• Research of geology and historical mines
• Assist in Engineering geologic mapping
• Assist in ground support calculations
• Perform geotechnical instrumentation monitoring.
• Perform construction observation, including materials testing and field documentation.
• Assist in preparing reports, plans, and specifications, including construction documents.
• Create basic plans and figures using GIS, Google Earth, and/or AutoCAD.

Required Skills/Experience:

• A bachelor's degree in geology, geological engineering or mining engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 2-5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Qualified to acquire or has already acquired the GIT/EIT certification with future ability to become a Licensed Professional Geologist or Engineer.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel out of state for several weeks at a time. (Travel can be up to 70% of time in any given year and varies seasonally).
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.
• Ability to work in a variety of rugged environments including high-altitude basins, underground abandoned mines, and in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Ability to drive company vehicles on 4x4 roads in mountainous terrain.
• Willingness to work at both surface and underground mines, including active and abandoned mine sites. MSHA, HAZWOPER and other required training will be provided. Night shift work may be required.
• Willingness to learn new programs and software applications for modeling.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Positive attitude and motivated to work well in a team environment.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.

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 $75,000 to $90,000. 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.