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 31 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 Sterling office is seeking an Engineer to join our growing practice in the Northern Virginia area. We seek candidates which provide subject matter expertise to an interdisciplinary team. Tasking requires problem-solving skills to analyze above and underground structures and related electrical and mechanical systems which are integral to these facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in design, operation, specifications, and construction. General familiarity with building, fabricating, and construction of civil and mechanical systems for aid in design and construction of mock-ups or test fixtures is beneficial. You will work in a collaborative team environment with professionals representing a number of engineering and scientific skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering analyses and report preparation
- Design and construct physical models or test fixtures
- Perform research and analyses on facility systems
- Provide oral briefings to clients
- Work both independently and collaboratively on a small design team
Required Skills/Experience:
- Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Mining, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, or equivalent experience
- A Licensed Professional Engineer is highly desirable.
- 5+ years of professional experience.
- Strong work ethic and desire to perform professionally at a high level
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with computer-aided and modeling programs applicable to structural analysis
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, and Bluebeam
- Master's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Mining, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- Familiarity with construction and fabrication of structural and mechanical systems
Other Requirements:
- Possess and maintain a US DoD TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph
- Must possess a valid driver’s license as 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
- Willing to travel occasionally, up to two to three weeks per year
- Ability to lift 60 lbs and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside in various weather conditions and challenging environments
The compensation range for this position is between $73,000 to $110,000. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.
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