Project Engineer

Schnabel is an 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 650+ employees in 30 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 an 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 atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. Our Honolulu, Hawaii, office is seeking a Project Engineer to support our tunnel 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 multi-disciplinary team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze and design components of challenging multidisciplinary infrastructure projects. Experience in the design of underground structures (tunnels, shafts, stations, etc.), trenchless, pipelines, , reinforced concrete, geotechnical investigations and evaluation, hydrological analyses, slope stability, or retaining walls preferred.
• Develop engineering recommendations and write technical reports
• Prepare reports, plans, and specifications
• Communicate effectively with Schnabel team members
• Assist project managers with project coordination and administrative tasks
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level
• Participate in the development of a cohesive, positive culture for our Honolulu office and company-wide to cultivate a best-in-class environment that allows our people to realize their full potential

Required Skills/Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• A Master’s degree in civil, geotechnical, structural, or related fields is preferred
• 5+ years of design- and/or construction-oriented consulting engineering experience. Underground or trenchless experience preferred.
• A Professional Engineering license or EIT certification with future ability to become a Licenses Professional Engineer
• Proficiency with common computer-aided analysis and modeling programs such as SAP2000, STAAD, RS2, Plaxis preferred
• Proficiency with common drafting and visualization programs such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, ArcMap/GIS, and/or Google Sketch-up preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and well organized
• Familiarity with heavy civil construction means and methods
• Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel
• Be physically able to navigate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside in various weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level
• Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a multi-person team

Other Requirements:

• Provide a resume and cover letter articulating why you are interested in joining Schnabel and our Honolulu office.
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment employment drug screening.

The compensation range for this position is between $75,000 to $120,000. 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.