Job Description

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

Are you looking for interesting, challenging, and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then apply to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The E&E Richmond office of Schnabel is seeking a Mid-Level Scientist to join our team of multi-disciplinary professionals. We are looking for a motivated candidate able to learn quickly, with a desire to develop both field and analytical skills, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in Health and Safety Plan preparation, daily safety meetings, and OSHA, HAZWOPER, and site-specific safety training;
• Review, coordinate, and collect field data working within a project team environment;
• Perform and review site inspections and investigations, including stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) inspections, and erosion and sediment control inspections;
• Support civil and environmental engineering staff and projects with the preparation of construction permit documents, including land-disturbance permitting, solid waste permitting, and other permitting required for project construction;
• Support contractor bid analysis and review for various civil and environmental projects;
• Review, interpret, and QA/QC laboratory and field data;
• Provide oversight of subcontractors including laboratories, drillers, supply vendors;
• Manage and support multiple environmental projects;
• Technical writing and preparation of technical regulatory reports;
• Participate in professional organizations including attending conferences, public speaking;
• Track and review legislation relevant to stormwater and solid waste in Virginia;
• Engage with existing and prospective clients;

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or other related field
• 5+ years of professional experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Willingness and ability to perform outdoor field work, work outside of normal business hours, and overnight travel

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Prior professional work in a related field (i.e. water sampling, field documentation, laboratory analysis, etc.)
• Prior professional experience or knowledge of Virginia Stormwater Management Regulations, Virginia Stormwater Management Handbook, Virginia construction and stormwater regulations, Virginia regulatory environment, stormwater best management practices (BMP’s), etc.

Other Requirements:

• 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.

The compensation range for this position is between $80,000 – $100,000. 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.