Senior Dam Safety Engineer

Schnabel Engineering•Austin, TX

9h•$150,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Dam Safety Engineer with expertise in one or more disciplines related to dam engineering (i.e. hydrology, hydraulics; geotechnical engineering; or structural engineering) and practical experience (>10-yrs) in design and construction of embankment dams, concrete dams, and hydraulic structures to support our growing business in Texas. We are seeking experienced, motivated candidates with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team. In Texas, Schnabel focuses primarily on the inspection, evaluation, rehabilitation design and construction of existing dams and hydraulic structures, as well as risk informed decision making for a variety of public and private clients. This position offers a combination of technical work and management responsibilities.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas (preferred) or the ability to seek reciprocity upon employment.
At least 10 years of relevant technical experience in inspection, evaluation, design and construction of dams and hydraulic structures.
Proficiency with common computer-aided analyses and modeling programs applicable to dam engineering.
Experience and knowledge of applicable state and federal dam safety design methodologies, policies and regulations.
Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications.
Experience with construction of earth dams, concrete dams, and hydraulic structures.
Experience with project management, client management, business development, and staff management.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and well-organized.
A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
Ability to work as part of a team or independently.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s Degree is preferred.
Texas experience is preferred.
Include a cover letter with your application articulating why you are interested in joining Schnabel and one of our Texas offices
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Ability to pass a pre-employment screening

Responsibilities

Provide engineering expertise, technical oversight and overall management of dam engineering projects. Typical projects include dam safety inspections, risk assessments, geotechnical investigations and analysis, seepage and slope stability analysis, structural analysis and design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, dam upgrading design, bid support, construction contract administration and resident engineering services.
Prepare and review design calculations, engineering reports, technical documents, construction drawings and technical specifications.
Develop and maintain a group of relationship-oriented clients that provide a continuous source of work for the firm.
Work with marketing, business development and technical staff to effectively respond to requests for proposals/qualifications.
Develop cost proposals and assist in negotiation of professional service contracts.
Perform project management activities for large/complex projects including planning and executing work, managing project budgets and schedule, reviewing and approving invoices, communicating resource needs and reporting backlog.
Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
Work as a team member within the Austin or Dallas offices and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.
Periodic travel will be required.