About this opportunity
Schnabel Branding Colors lists this Entry-Level (Staff) Dam Engineer opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job 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 700+ employees in 32 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.
Benefit options include:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
Long-term disability
Supplemental life insurance
401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Bonus program
Paid time off
9 Paid Holidays
Wellness program
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Job Description:
Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Portland, OR office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Entry‑Level (Staff) Engineer to join our growing practice. We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in developing both field and analytical skills, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.
Job Responsibilities:
Apply professional principles, complex numerical models, and innovative solutions to real-world problems as part of a team of engineers and scientists while under the supervision of senior engineering personnel.
Assistin the preparation of CAD drawings for contract documents and reports with input and guidance from senior engineersin accordance withinternal drafting procedures and guidelines.
Prepare complete plans and specifications to be part of construction documents.
Develop engineering recommendations andwritetechnical reports.
Perform design calculations for hydraulic structures including spillways, dam outlet works, diversion and check structures, measurement flumes, and other various raw water infrastructure.
Perform inspections of dams and hydraulic structures.
Collect data and measurements in the field.
Required Skills/Experience:
0-2 years of relevant professional experience
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineeringor related field
Proficiencywith AutoCAD Civil3D
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Positive attitude
Ability to multi-task
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 months away from the office
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Prior internship or professional work in a related field (i.e.geotechnical engineering, construction, civil engineering, etc.)
Master’s degree
EIT certification
Other Requirements:
Mustpossessa validU.S.driver’s license as driving is an essential function of the job
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehiclerecordand credit check
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
The compensation range for this position is between$62,400to $86,000.Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. Weremaincommitted to providing competitive andequitablecompensation to all employees, regardless of their location.
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Worksite address
portland, OR, 97204, US
Who can apply
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