Mid-Level (Project) Civil Engineer

Schnabel Engineering•Helena, MT

1d•$73,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Schnabel is an employee-owned professional engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Its Helena, Montana office is seeking a mid-level civil engineer to support its engineering group. The role combines technical work with project management responsibilities and involves work on projects across the United States. The Helena office's dams engineering group evaluates and designs dams, hydraulic structures, surface water intakes, fish hatcheries, pump stations, outlet works, pipelines, fabricated gates and valves, and similar infrastructure. The engineer will work with a multidisciplinary team and collaborate regularly with other consulting firms. Periodic travel is required, and construction inspection may involve long-term field assignments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree focused in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in civil, water resources, mechanical, and/or structural engineering related to hydraulic structures.
Current Professional Engineer license, or ability to become a licensed Professional Engineer within 6 months of hire.
Ability to manage simultaneous tasks and multidisciplinary projects throughout the full project cycle.
Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications for bidding and construction.
Ability to lift 60 pounds and physically negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outdoors.
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel.
Proficiency with the latest version of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Autodesk Revit.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team environment.
Strong work ethic and desire to perform professionally at a high level.
Submit a cover letter explaining interest in working at Schnabel and suitability for the role.
Ability to pass a background check, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in civil or structural engineering.
Experience and interest in projects involving dams, hydropower plants, pump stations, surface water intakes, fish hatcheries, large-diameter pipelines, fittings, pipe supports, valves, machine design, or fabricated steel structures.

Responsibilities

Analyze and design water infrastructure components, including gates, valves, bulkheads, pipelines, pumps, steel fabrications, reinforced concrete, geotechnical evaluations, and hydrologic analysis.
Participate in design quality control, including developing design standards.
Inspect dams and hydraulic structures, collect field data and measurements, and prepare detailed reports of field conditions.
Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports.
Assist with preparing engineering plans and specifications for construction documents.
Work with business development and branch staff to respond to requests for proposals and present qualifications.
Prepare 2D design drawings using AutoCAD.
Prepare 3D design models and drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Autodesk Revit.
Perform construction inspection, with opportunities for long-term field assignments.
Work with teams in the Helena office and across other Schnabel offices to balance workload and resources.
Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience.