Project​/Senior Dam Safety Engineer

Greensboro, NC 11-A Oak Branch Dr Greensboro, NC 27407, USA

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 700+ employees in 32 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
• 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)
• 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 Schnabel Engineering dam design group in Greensboro, North Carolina, is seeking a Senior Dam Safety Engineer to support our growing business. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to help lead a strong team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintain a group of relationship‑oriented clients that provide a continuous source of work for the firm.
• Assists in negotiation of service area contracts and large engineering contracts for the firm.
• Works with business development and branch staff to effectively respond to requests for proposals or presentation of qualifications in other forums.
• Performs management duties related to obtaining signed contracts, verification of time sheets, reviewing and approving invoices, contacting clients with regard to collections of outstanding accounts and informing appropriate internal authorities regarding collections problems.
• Periodic travel will be required.
• Manage projects through investigation, design, and construction.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, commensurate with experience level.

Required Skills/

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s Degree preferred) in Civil/Structural Engineering, from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• 8‑15+ years of relevant work experience in Geotechnical, Structural Engineering or Water Resources is required.
• A Professional Engineering license.
• Construction management experience on large projects involving tunnels, dams, or other heavy civil components, with increasing level of responsibility.
• A strong work ethic and the desire to perform professionally at a high level.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a positive attitude.

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.

The compensation range for a Project/Senior Engineer is between $135,000 - $215,000. 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.

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