Staff Civil Engineer

Schnabel Engineering•Longmont, CO

25d•$57,300 - $86,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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
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

Nice To Haves

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

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