Senior Structural Dam Engineer — Lead Design & Projects

Schnabel, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Maternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

ESOP

401(k) and profit-sharing

Paid time off

Wellness program

Professional development

Bonus program

Job summary

Schnabel, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Dam Engineer with 12+ years of experience to lead the evaluation, design, rehabilitation, and construction of concrete dams and related hydraulic structures in Texas.

You will serve as technical leader, grow client relationships, manage complex projects, and mentor staff across Schnabel's dam engineering practice. Texas PE preferred; ESOP and comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from ABET‑accredited program.
• Texas PE license preferred; reciprocity considered.
• Minimum 10 years of dam/hydraulic structures experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural evaluations of dams and hydraulic structures.
• Manage complex dam projects from planning through construction.
• Develop client relationships with dam owners, utilities, and agencies.
• Mentor engineers and supervise staff.

Skills

Licensed Professional Engineer (TX)

Dam engineering expertise

Project management

Client management & business dev

Staff mentoring

Strong communication

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Structural modeling software

Job description

Schnabel, Inc. is seeking a Senior Structural Dam Engineer with 12+ years of experience to lead the evaluation, design, rehabilitation, and construction of concrete dams and related hydraulic structures in Texas.

You will serve as technical leader, grow client relationships, manage complex projects, and mentor staff across Schnabel's dam engineering practice. Texas PE preferred; ESOP and comprehensive benefits included.