Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Senior Geotechnical EngineerSchnabel Engineering is seeking multiple Senior Geotechnical Engineers to support our growing business in Rockville, MD. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with an interest in managing complex projects, working with a team of skilled engineers, and developing younger staff. They should also possess detailed knowledge and practice of geotechnical theory associated with foundations, slope stability, ground improvement measures, etc., particularly on major infrastructure, transportation, commercial, state, federal and industrial projects. Schnabel will support and offer relocation expenses for these opportunities.Job Responsibilities:Develop geotechnical engineering scope of services and fee estimatesPlanning and oversight of geotechnical investigations.Manage/review geotechnical field work performed by othersAssign, review and interpret geotechnical laboratory testsPerform/review geotechnical engineering analyses and calculationsDevelop geotechnical engineering recommendations and write geotechnical engineering reportsPerform project management activities including communicating resource needs, managing client expectations, planning and delegating work, management of project budgets, invoicing and backlog reportingManage client relationships as requiredManage and mentor junior engineers and geologists commensurate with experience levelWork as a team member within the office and across the business unit in other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resourcesParticipate in business development activities as instructed by the branch leaderRequired Skills/Experience:10+ years of relevant professional experience in consulting geotechnical engineeringPrior experience with geotechnical transportation related design and familiar with LRFD, AASHTO and other local DOT required design codesBachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited programProfessional Engineering license in Maryland or another US StateExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to multi-taskStrong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvementAbility to thrive in a collaborative team environmentConfidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibilityPreferred Skills/Experience:Master's Degree or higher in Geotechnical or Civil EngineeringExperience managing geotechnical services for design-build or other alternative delivery projectsProficiency with gINT software and standard geotechnical engineering analysis software such as LPILE, APILE and SHAFT, OpenGround, Plaxis, GeoStudio, Settle3D and FoSSA, or similar programsPrior experience providing geotechnical engineering services for agencies such as DDOT, VDOT, MDOT, PennDOT, WMATA, CSX, Amtrak, Norfolk Southern, or similarExperience managing or supervising junior engineersOther Requirements:Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit checkAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screeningThe compensation range for this position is between $105,000 to $210,000. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities