Mid-Level (Project) Engineer

Socket.dev; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuition

Job summary

Schnabel seeks a mid-level Project Engineer in our Honolulu office to support tunnel, geotechnical, and dam projects. The role emphasizes attention to detail, professional development, and a path toward professional licensure, with periodic travel to Hawaii projects and strong teamwork across offices.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 5+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering license or EIT with future ability to become Licensed PE.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and organized work style.
• Experience with heavy civil construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design components of multidisciplinary infrastructure projects (tunnels, shafts, stations, etc.).
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports.
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications.
• Communicate effectively with Schnabel team members.
• Assist project managers with coordination and admin tasks.
• Mentor junior engineers.
• Contribute to a cohesive, positive company culture.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to travel

Field work capability

Work ethic

Positive attitude

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master’s degree in civil/geotechnical/structural (preferred)

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

RS2

Plaxis

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Revit

ArcMap/GIS

Google SketchUp

Job description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in over 32 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

• 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

Job Description:

Our Honolulu, Hawaii, office is seeking amid-level (Project) Engineerto support our tunnel, geotechnical, and dam engineering group. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong multi-disciplinary team. As an employee-owner, you will have a say in how our business operates and will benefit from our financial success through the allocation of company stock. This role will primarily support projects in Hawaii. Periodic travel will be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze and design components of challenging multidisciplinary infrastructure projects. Experience in the design of underground structures (tunnels, shafts, stations, etc.), trenchless, pipelines, reinforced concrete, geotechnical investigations and evaluation, hydrological analyses, slope stability, or retaining walls preferred.
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications
• Communicate effectively with Schnabel team members
• Assist project managers with project coordination and administrative tasks
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level
• Participate in the development of a cohesive, positive culture company-wide to cultivate a best-in-class environment that allows our people to realize their full potential

Required Skills/Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 5+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience.
• A Professional Engineering license or EIT certification with future ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and well organized
• Familiarity with heavy civil construction means and methods
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel
• Be physically able to navigate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside in various weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level
• Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a multi-person team

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• A Master’s degree in civil, geotechnical, structural, or related fields
• Underground or trenchless experience
• Dam experience
• Proficiency with common computer-aided analysis and modeling programs such as SAP2000, STAAD, RS2, Plaxis
• Proficiency with common drafting and visualization programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, ArcMap/GIS, and/or Google Sketch-up

Other Requirements:

• Provide a resume and cover letter articulating why you are interested in joining Schnabel and our Honolulu office.
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment employment drug screening.

The compensation range for this position is between $90,000 to $120,000. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.