Entry-Level Dam Engineer: Field & Design Growth

Schnabel, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance (100% company-paid)

Short-term disability (100% company‑pа

Long-term disability

ESOP

401(k) with profit sharing

Bonus program

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schnabel, Inc. in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Entry-Level Staff Engineer to join our geotechnical and dam engineering team. You will develop field and analytical skills, contribute to design and analysis, and grow within a collaborative, employee-owned firm.

You will work under senior engineers, gain hands-on experience in hydraulic structures, and participate in construction document preparation with CAD support. A proactive, team-oriented mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant professional experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude
• 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

0-2 years experience

AutoCAD Civil3D

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Multi-tasking

Strong work ethic

Field work travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Schnabel, Inc. in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Entry-Level Staff Engineer to join our geotechnical and dam engineering team. You will develop field and analytical skills, contribute to design and analysis, and grow within a collaborative, employee-owned firm.

You will work under senior engineers, gain hands-on experience in hydraulic structures, and participate in construction document preparation with CAD support. A proactive, team-oriented mindset is essential for success.