Project Civil/Aquaculture Engineer

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. Our Boise, Idaho office is seeking a Mid-level Civil/Aquaculture Engineer to support our engineering group.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and design components related to aquaculture facilities (fish hatcheries, upstream and downstream fish passage, fish screens, etc.), including scoping and leading engineering evaluation and design tasks in one’s specific area of technical expertise.
• Lead hatchery design quality control efforts, including working to further develop existing design standards.
• Perform inspections of fish facilities and provide detailed assessment reports of conditions.
• Assist in the preparation of complete engineering plans and specifications to be part of construction documents.
• Work as a team member within the Boise office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.
• Develop and maintain a group of relationship-oriented clients that provide a continuous source of work for the firm.
• Work with business development and branch staff to effectively respond to requests for proposals or presentation of qualifications in other forums.
• Manage projects through investigation, design, and construction.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level.
• Periodic travel will be required.

Required Skills/Experience

• A bachelor's degree focused in civil or mechanical engineering, from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in Civil, Water Resources, Mechanical and/or Structural Engineering around fish facilities.
• Ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Experience in the design, layout, and evaluation of fish hatcheries and aquaculture facilities.
• Experience developing system-wide hatchery plans and knowledge of hatchery facility construction techniques and maintenance needs.
• Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications for bidding and construction.
• Experience working with owners and contractors during the construction phases of a project.
• Willingness and ability to travel and perform field work.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• A master's degree in civil engineering or a secondary degree in biology or aquatic-related fields.
• Experience with Tribal, State, Federal and private fishery program managers.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Mathcad, AutoCAD, and/or Revit.
• Experience with biological programming, RAS/PRAS, water resource infrastructure, water conveyance, various approaches to fish rearing, mechanical hatchery components, civil grading, and aeration systems.
• Experience in consulting engineering.

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.

Benefits

• 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

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is between $73,202 to $110,015. 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.