Asst. Professor - Civil Engineering jobs in Lansing, MI

Schnabel is a 100% 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 nearly 500 employees in 24 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 a 100% 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. Schnabel is seeking a temporary full-time intern with a Civil Engineering background to support our growing business. The emphasis for this position is broadening the intern’s practical knowledge and experience by applying professional principles to real problems under the supervision of senior engineering personnel. The position will typically be held from mid-May through mid-August of 2024.  Other timeframes may be considered if necessary.

Job Responsibilities:

• Geotechnical investigations at undeveloped and partially developed sites and geotechnical analyses
• Drafting proposals and reports
• Performing construction observation and materials testing at construction sites
• Some travel may be required

Required Skills/Experience:

• Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil/Geological/Environmental Engineering Bachelor’s
• Possess good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy
• Ability to work with direction as part of a team
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks including office and field work
• Desire and willingness to work outdoors at undeveloped sites and construction sites
• Ability to routinely lift up to 40 pounds

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Previous interning experience with an Earth and Environmental firm
• Master’s degree program is preferred, enrollment in other college engineering or relevant science programs may be considered

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and a personal vehicle (excluding mileage for commute) will be reimbursed based on the allowable IRS rate for travel assignments
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening