Entry-Level Structural Engineer

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in water, geotechnical, and infrastructure engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities they live in and support, are a vital part of who we are and what we offer. Founded in 1956, Schnabel has experienced tremendous success and growth through its dedication to excellence in client service, high quality, and value-added solutions.  Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with over 580 employees in 25 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by Civil Engineering News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel offers a highly collaborative culture with a focus on advancement and progression of its employees. We make extraordinary efforts to attract, develop, engage, and retain the best professionals in our fields of expertise. We provide our employees with a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, life and disability. Engagement in Schnabel’s wellness program offers incentives for employees to pursue a healthy lifestyle, and the firm rewards employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

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 atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation.  The Boise, Idaho office is seeking an entry-level Structural Engineer to support our engineering group.  We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong growing team. 

The Boise office of Schnabel focuses on the design of structures and facilities within our dam engineering group. Our structural engineering services span steel, concrete, masonry, and wood design. Example projects include the design of fish hatcheries, surface water intakes, pump stations, dams, pipelines, and fabricated gates and valves.  Our clients include state and federal agencies, private power producers, utilities, and conservation groups while regularly collaborating with other consulting firms.  You would be joining an intelligent, dedicated, and enthusiastic group of structural engineers.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform the following structural engineering tasks:

• Perform engineering activities throughout all phases of a project lifecycle, including investigation, evaluation, analysis, design, and engineering services during construction. 
• Perform structural analysis and prepare detailed design calculations.
• Prepare and review construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Learn to develop structural model using finite element modeling program (SAP2000 or equivalent).
• Refer to applicable building codes for appropriate loads, analysis procedures, and requirements (ASCE 7, ACI 318, ACI 350, Steel Design Manual, IBC, etc.)
• Assistance with responding to contractor’s submittals and questions during construction.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other design disciplines.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Work as a team member within the Boise office and across other Schnabel offices to effectively balance workload among available resources.

Required Skills/Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with a focus in structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program. 
• 0-5 years of engineering experience with experience in concrete and steel design.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain the certification within a year of hiring.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience with Bluebeam, Mathcad, SAP2000, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Experience/proficiency with common computer-aided analysis and finite element modeling programs applicable to structural engineering.
• Experience with wood and masonry design.
• Experience preparing and reviewing construction drawings and technical specifications.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or willingness to work towards a PE license.
• Experience in consulting engineering.
• Experience working with owners and contractors during the construction phases of a project.
• Experience with dams, fish facilities, gate design, and/or intakes and pump stations.

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 screening.