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 500+ employees in 25 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.

　　Job Description:

　　Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Schnabel is seeking a Staff/Senior Staff Engineer with expertise and practical experience in geotechnical engineering or engineering geology to support our growing Portland office. We are looking for 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 multi-disciplinary team.

　　The Portland office of Schnabel focuses on the evaluation and design of dams, structures, and facilities as well as advancing our practice of risk informed decision making within our dam engineering group. Example projects include the inspection, evaluation and design of embankment and concrete dams, spillways, outlet works, and instrumentation, and performing risk assessments for dam owners for sites located across the United States.

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　Perform geotechnical analysis and assessments, and prepare reports that clearly document, support and communicate the work done

　　Logging of test borings and test pits.

　　Observe geotechnical-related construction and prepare daily observation reports.

　　Preparation of design calculations and drawings (sketches) using AutoCAD and MicroStation and providing design support during construction.

　　Support the preparation of proposals.

　　Required Skills/Experience:

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or Engineering Geology)

　　0-2 years of professional experience

　　EIT certification or the ability to get one within 6 months of hire

　　Effective time management, written communication skills, analytical skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to efficiently balance multiple concurrent tasks, responsibilities, and commitments

　　Excellent oral and written communication skills

　　Positive attitude

　　Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement

　　Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several days to months away from the office

　　Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside

　　Desired Skills/Experience:

　　Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e. geotechnical engineering, construction, civil engineering, etc.)

　　Master’s degree in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, or a related field

　　Other Requirements:

　　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

　　Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)