Staff Civil Engineer

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 650+ employees in 30 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, challenging, 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 full-time entry level Civil Engineer to join our team of professional engineers. We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in working on our nation's critical infrastructure, a desire to develop both field and analytical skills, and a desire to be part of a strong team of geologists and engineers.

Longmont, CO office of Schnabel, focuses on civil and geotechnical engineering design of structures and facilities within our dams, tunnels and water resources engineering groups. Example projects generally include the design of dam embankments, reservoir inlet and outlet works, spillways, water control, conveyance and measurement structures, pump stations, and pipelines, gates and valves.

Job Responsibilities :

Assist in planning and performing geotechnical investigations and analyses

Assist in reinforced concrete design

Assist in earthen embankment design

Assist in additional civil engineering calculations with input and guidance from senior engineers in accordance with procedures, guidelines, and industry standards.

Assist in the preparation of design drawings in collaboration with our CAD department

Assist in the preparation of technical specifications for contract documents

Assist in preparation of reports with input and guidance from senior engineers and drafters in accordance with procedures, guidelines, and industry standards.

Performing field construction observation and documentation, materials testing (soil compaction and reinforced concrete inspections) related to dams, earthen embankments, slurry walls, spillways, pipelines, drainage, and hydraulic structures

Draft technical reports

Prepare data-driven graphics for engineering reports, professional papers and presentations

Proficiency in Excel and creating Excel tables for data entry

Calculating quantities and materials for cost estimates

Assisting in cost estimate preparation

Some travel will be required

Required Skills / Experience :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution

Strong interest or background in geotechnical engineering, material testing, or construction observation

Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work

Prior professional work or summer intern work in a related field is desirable but not required

0-3 years of experience in civil engineering

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Good organizational skill and the ability to multi-task

Problem solving abilities

Detail-oriented

Ability to work with direction as part of a team and independently after training

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic and desire to learn

Desire and willingness to work outdoors and travel

Ability to routinely lift up to 40 pounds

Other Requirements :

Valid driver's license, personal vehicle and willingness to drive personal vehicle to job sites; mileage (excluding mileage from commute) will be reimbursed based on allowable IRS rate for travel assignments

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 $57,200 to $86,000.?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.

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