Schnabel-Design Engineer

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Job Responsibilities

Review project documents including geotechnical exploration reports, project specifications and civil/structural plans for use during design
Evaluate site conditions and project risks, determine construction methods best suited to the project for ease of construction and risk mitigation
Use available project data to determine soil properties, perform engineering calculations, and develop designs for both work being performed and work being bid
Prepare 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 required
Respond quickly to submittal review comments and project changes
Respond quickly to questions from the project team including any conditions that are not in accordance with the design
Participate in meetings and discussions as required to address project issues related to design and construction
Prepare other project documents including specifications, means and methods, and testing submittals as required
Work to improve processes both related to design and construction of projects.
Develop project and product specific quality management processes for design-build projects
Provide technical assistance for business development presentations and client meetings

Qualifications

Bachelor’s in civil engineering with PE
5+ years of geotechnical and structural design experience
Experience in geotechnical analysis, specifically in earth retaining structures and slope stability
In-depth knowledge of the principals and standards of geotechnical engineering, soil and rock mechanics, groundwater hydrology, and foundation design
Ability and willingness to travel
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to perform critical thinking and creative problem solving