Mid-Level Civil 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 31 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 Responsibilities:

• Analyze and design components related to dams and water infrastructure.

• Slope stability and seepage analyses.

• Filter compatibility analyses and evaluation of internal erosion.

• Analysis of settlement and lateral earth pressures.

• Analysis of liquefaction and seismic performance of embankment dams.

• Preparation of design plans and specifications for major dam modifications and new dams.

• Learn risk assessment approaches for evaluating dams and potential failure modes.

• Scope and performing geotechnical explorations and laboratory testing programs.

• Perform inspections of dams and hydraulic structures and collect data and measurements in the field.

• Perform or oversee construction monitoring, with opportunities for short and/or longer-term field assignments.

• Assist project managers with project coordination and administrative tasks.

• Interface with clients related to project progress and key information to support decision making.

• Engage in mentoring through on-the-job opportunities and Schnabel’s internal programs.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, Master’s degree preferred

• 5+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience.

• Professional Engineering registration or ability to obtain registration within 6 months of hire.

• High proficiency in writing and reviewing reports in English.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

• Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.

• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel.

• Experience with the latest version of AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D is beneficial but not required.

• Have a positive attitude and 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, credit check.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The compensation range for this position is between $75,000 to $110,000. 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.