Project Engineer - Dam/Tailings Dam Engineer

Job Description

The Knoxville office of Schnabel is excited to be hiring a Project Engineer – Dam/Tailings Dam Engineer. Our office focuses on the evaluation, design and construction of dams and associated structures, and facilities including many coal refuse tailings dams. We provide selective, high-end engineering consultation and solutions to public and private sector clients in the East and across the US. Example projects include inspection, evaluation, design and construction of dams and spillways; dam safety risk assessments; and outlet works for projects located across the United States. We also team with our geo-professional business group to provide geotechnical engineering for transportation projects, landslide and slope stability evaluations and repairs, and excavation support systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and design components related to dams and water infrastructure.
• Slope stability and seepage analyses.
• Filter compatibility analyses and evaluation of internal erosion.
• Analysis of settlement and lateral earth pressures.
• Analysis of liquefaction and seismic performance of embankment dams.
• Preparation of reports, plans, and specifications.
• Learn risk-informed approaches for evaluating dams and potential failure modes.
• Affiliate with risk assessments for dams and hydraulic structures.
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports.
• Scope and perform geotechnical explorations and laboratory testing programs.
• Perform inspections of dams and hydraulic structures and collect data and measurements in the field.
• Affiliate with project managers with project coordination and administrative tasks.
• Work as a team member within the Knoxville office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.
• Engage in mentoring through on-the-job opportunities and Schnabel’s internal training programs.

Required Skills/Experience

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
• 5+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience.
• PE licensure.
• High proficiency in writing and reviewing reports in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at an elevated level.
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel.
• Experience and interest in the following types of projects:
• Embankment and concrete dams
• Spillways
• Dam safety risk assessments
• Landslide and slope stability evaluations
• Design of retaining walls and slope repairs
• Design of excavation support systems

Preferred Skills/Experience

• A master's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering.
• Experience with the latest version of AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Other Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.
• 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.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is between $85,000 – $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.