Dam Engineer: Field & Design Specialist | ESOP

GeoWorld; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) and Profit-Sharing

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

ESOP

Job summary

The Austin, TX office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our growing practice. We seek a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills and a desire to contribute to a strong team.

The role emphasizes applying professional principles and performing design calculations for hydraulic structures, with opportunities for travel and professional growth within a supportive, employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of professional experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several months away from the office.

Responsibilities

• Apply professional principles, complex numerical models, and innovative solutions to real-world problems as part of a team of engineers and scientists while under the supervision of senior engineering personnel.
• Assist in the preparation of CAD drawings for contract documents and reports with input and guidance from senior engineers in accordance with internal drafting procedures and guidelines.
• Prepare complete plans and specifications to be part of construction documents.
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports.
• Perform design calculations for hydraulic structures including spillways, dam outlet works, diversion and check structures, measurement flumes, and other various raw water infrastructure.
• Perform inspections of dams and hydraulic structures.
• Collect data and measurements in the field.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multi-tasking

Strong work ethic

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

The Austin, TX office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Staff Engineer to join our growing practice. We seek a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills and a desire to contribute to a strong team.

The role emphasizes applying professional principles and performing design calculations for hydraulic structures, with opportunities for travel and professional growth within a supportive, employee-owned firm.