Entry-Level (Staff) Dam Engineer

Schnabel Engineering•Chattanooga, TN

7d•$68,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Schnabel is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm focused on geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. The firm has more than 700 employees across over 33 offices in the United States. Schnabel's new Chattanooga office is seeking an Entry-Level Dam Engineer to join its dam engineering practice. The role offers an opportunity to help establish the local dam engineering presence and take on increasing responsibility as the office grows, while working with experienced dam engineers and technical specialists. The engineer will build field and analytical skills through projects involving embankment and concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, levees, and related water infrastructure. Assignments may include dam safety evaluations, engineering analysis and design, field investigations, rehabilitation, and construction support throughout the Southeast and across the United States. The position requires field work and travel for project assignments.

Requirements

0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
Strong technical fundamentals and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate clearly, document work carefully, and respond constructively to technical review.
Interest in developing both field and analytical engineering skills.
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel for project assignments.
Valid U.S. driver's license; driving is an essential function of the job.
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

Internship, co-op, research, or professional experience involving dams, geotechnical engineering, water resources, construction, or heavy civil infrastructure.
Coursework or experience in dam engineering, geotechnical engineering, water resources, hydraulic structures, or engineering geology.
Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
EIT certification or ability to obtain certification within six months of hire.
Familiarity with engineering software such as AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS Pro, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, GeoStudio, or similar programs.

Responsibilities

Support dam safety inspections, field investigations, design, rehabilitation, and construction activities.
Collect and document field data during dam assessments, subsurface investigations, and construction-related assignments.
Perform engineering calculations and assist with analyses involving dam performance, geotechnical conditions, hydrology and hydraulics, hydraulic structures, and rehabilitation design.
Evaluate field, laboratory, and instrumentation data under the guidance of experienced engineers.
Prepare drawings, figures, calculation packages, technical memoranda, and portions of engineering reports.
Support preparation of plans, specifications, construction cost opinions, and other construction documents.
Assist with coordination and oversight of drilling, testing, and other field subcontractors.
Perform construction observation and documentation for dam rehabilitation and other heavy civil projects.
Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and technical specialists in Chattanooga and throughout Schnabel's national practice.
Take increasing ownership of routine engineering and field assignments as experience and technical judgment develop.