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Schnabel · 1 month ago

Mid-Level Geotechnical/Dam Engineer

Boise, ID

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$73K/yr - $110K/yr

4+ years exp

Schnabel Inc. is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. The role of Project Geotechnical/Dam Engineer involves analyzing and designing components related to dams and water infrastructure, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

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Growth Opportunities

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 reports, plans, and specifications

Learn risk-informed approaches for evaluating dams and potential failure modes

Assist with risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures

Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports

Scope and performing geotechnical explorations and laboratory testing programs

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

Assist in the preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications to be part of construction documents

Perform construction inspection with opportunities for short and/or longer-term field assignments

Assist project managers with project coordination and administrative tasks

Work as a team member within the Boise office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources

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

Qualification

PE licensureGeotechnical engineeringDam engineeringAutoCADConstruction inspectionField workWritten communicationTeam collaboration

Required

A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, from an ABET-accredited institution is required

4+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience

PE licensure, or EIT certification with future ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer

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

Preferred

A master's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering is preferred but not required

Experience and interest with the following types of projects: Embankment and concrete dams, Spillways, Hydropower plants, Fish hatcheries, Geotechnical instrumentation, Dam safety risk assessments

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

Include a cover letter with your resume articulating why you are interested in joining Schnabel and our Boise office

Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, credit check

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening