Schnabel Engineering · 2 weeks ago
Mechanical Engineering Practice Lead – Dam and Levee Business Unit (East Coast)
Alpharetta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $190K/yr
15+ years expSchnabel Engineering is committed to building stronger, safer communities by solving complex infrastructure problems. They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead their Dam and Levee Business Unit on the East Coast, focusing on the assessment, design, and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure while mentoring mid-level professionals and engaging in business development activities.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Design mechanical systems related to dams and levees, hydroelectric facilities, pump stations, intakes, and fish facilities
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to deliver projects that enhance dam safety and reliability
Provide technical expertise in mechanical engineering
Use precision instruments for condition assessments of existing mechanical components
Conduct field inspections and assessments of existing mechanical systems
Work across business units and collaborate with existing staff to pursue and deliver successful projects
Report to the Business Unit Leader(s) and contribute to the strategic plan of the Dam and Levee Business Unit
Travel, as necessary, to support essential functions as the role
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited four-year program
Existing Professional Engineering licensure in the United States
15 years of relevant experience in dam and hydroelectric infrastructure or water resource projects and full technical competence in relevant mechanical engineering specialty areas
Knowledge of mechanical systems used in dams and hydraulic structures
Expertise with multidisciplinary design projects
Project management capabilities including oversight of engineering analyses, design drawings, specifications, and reports
Experience in business development to grow mechanical engineering services
Confidence and independent decision-making, with a shared sense of responsibility
Proven history of leveraging existing client relationships to introduce mechanical services
Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
Ability to lead staff and work across business lines in a matrix organization
Preferred
Master's degree in mechanical engineering
Professional Engineering Licensure (PE) in multiple states (Preferred East Coast) or ability to obtain additional licenses through reciprocity
Proven ability to hire additional engineers and technical staff to lead regional growth
Cross functional collaboration to support expansion
Lead proposals and technical interactions with customers
Benefits
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
Company
Schnabel Engineering
Schnabel Engineering is a civil engineering company that specializes geotechnical and tunnel engineering services.
501-1000 employees
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Walter Rabe
President / CEO
Chris Potter, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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