Entry-Level Dam Engineer: Field & Design Growth

Schnabel Engineering; Chadds Ford Township (PA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering in Chadds Ford, PA is seeking an Entry-Level (Staff) Engineer to join our geotechnical practice. You will develop both field and analytical skills while contributing to real-world earth and dam projects under supervision.

We value teamwork, hands-on learning, and a strong work ethic. Candidates should have a civil engineering degree, CAD experience, and willingness to travel for field work on short- and long-term assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel

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 within 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 oral and written comms

Multi-tasking

Strong work ethic

Field work travel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Schnabel Engineering in Chadds Ford, PA is seeking an Entry-Level (Staff) Engineer to join our geotechnical practice. You will develop both field and analytical skills while contributing to real-world earth and dam projects under supervision.

We value teamwork, hands-on learning, and a strong work ethic. Candidates should have a civil engineering degree, CAD experience, and willingness to travel for field work on short- and long-term assignments.