Entry-Level Dam Engineer

Job overview

The Entry-Level Dam Engineer role is onsite in Chattanooga, TN, with compensation of $68,000–$95,000 per year. The position supports Schnabel’s dam engineering practice and its growing Chattanooga office. The role exists to develop field and analytical engineering capability while supporting dam inspections, investigations, design, rehabilitation, and construction work on dams and related water infrastructure.

What you'll do

• Support dam safety inspections, field investigations, design, rehabilitation, and construction
• collect and document field data
• perform calculations and assist with engineering analyses
• evaluate field, laboratory, and instrumentation data under experienced engineers’ guidance
• prepare drawings, figures, calculation packages, technical memoranda, and report sections
• support plans, specifications, and cost opinions
• assist with field subcontractor coordination
• perform construction observation and documentation
• collaborate with engineers, geologists, and technical specialists
• take increasing ownership of routine assignments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

entry-level dam engineer

dam engineering

field investigations

engineering analysis

construction support

civil engineering

water infrastructure

chattanooga tn

schnabel engineering

$68,000–$95,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and profit sharing
• employee stock ownership plan
• bonus program
• paid time off and holidays
• wellness program
• professional development and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Entry-level role offers field and analytical development with experienced dam engineers and technical specialists.

About the employer

Schnabel Engineering is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.