Schnabel is a leader in specialty design-build underground construction. We are looking for a Design Engineer to provide support for our operations and preconstruction teams designing buildable and cost-effective solutions for geostructural scopes of work.
Schnabel was founded in 1959 in Washington DC and has grown to become one of the nation’s top geostructural contractors. We are family owned and operated with a focus on safety, quality of work, and growth. With a national footprint it’s sometimes difficult to maintain the small company feel, but we’ve been successful in preserving that part of our culture. Not only will you have innovative and bright leaders, but you will also be set up for your own development with Schnabel University. Our internal training program is setup to grow your skills and knowledge with our work.
This role reports directly to the Regional Vice President and other leadership as necessary.
Our typical scope of work includes installation of soldier piles, micropiles, lagging, walers, tiebacks, and braces for support of excavation projects. We also take on challenging projects with underpinning, grouting, tunneling, and unique structural support as part of our scope. Candidates who have direct construction experience and familiarity with our company’s traditional scope of work are preferred.
Job Responsibilities
Review project documents including geotechnical exploration reports, project specifications and civil/structural plans for use during designEvaluate site conditions and project risks, determine construction methods best suited to the project for ease of construction and risk mitigationUse available project data to determine soil properties, perform engineering calculations, and develop designs for both work being performed and work being bidPrepare design documents for submittal including shop drawings and design calculations, work plans, reports, and responses to submittals by reviewing parties including redesign or resubmittal of design documents as requiredRespond quickly to submittal review comments and project changesRespond quickly to questions from the project team including any conditions that are not in accordance with the designParticipate in meetings and discussions as required to address project issues related to design and constructionPrepare other project documents including specifications, means and methods, and testing submittals as requiredWork to improve processes both related to design and construction of projects. Develop project and product specific quality management processes for design-build projectsProvide technical assistance for business development presentations and client meetings
Qualifications
Bachelor’s in civil engineering with PE5+ years of geotechnical and structural design experienceExperience in geotechnical analysis, specifically in earth retaining structures and slope stabilityIn-depth knowledge of the principals and standards of geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, groundwater hydrology, and foundation designAbility and willingness to travelExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to perform critical thinking and creative problem solving
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous PTO plan and paid HolidaysCompany bonus plan
Schnabel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws. We are an E-Verify employer.