Senior Civil CAD Designer

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 (ESOP), Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm. 

Job Description:

Schnabel Engineering is eager to supplement and expand its current service offering to our clients in need of civil and environmental engineering services, particularly as they relate to site planning and design of solid waste, industrial, and power facilities. Qualified candidates will be well-rounded, organized problem solvers with excellent communication skills and an interest in solving technical challenges.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development of various civil/environmental engineering designs and deliverables such as site plans, erosion and sediment control plans, and stormwater management plans
• Develop figures, details, and maps in support of geotechnical and environmental investigations, planning, and permitting
• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare detailed site plans needed for land-disturbance permitting, including grading, profiles, volume computations, plan production, utility layout, stormwater design, and general site design
• Interpret civil and environmental engineering calculations in support of detailed design
• Interpret land survey information in support of site plan design and preparation
• Work within the civil and environmental engineering groups and across other Schnabel business units and offices to effectively balance workload among available resources

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of professional experience in site design in Virginia, including Erosion and Sediment Control and grading
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D for developing site plans
• Proficiency with Office 365, and other productivity software
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and safety minded individual
• Ability to multi-task and meet client deadlines
• Strong work ethic and a desire for continual self-improvement
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
• Confidence and independence, with a shared sense of responsibility and ownership in work products
• Effective time management and interpersonal skills

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrated experience with civil design and environmental site design and development, including Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management (portfolio or examples of prior CAD design work is preferred)

Other Requirements:

• Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to navigate construction sites, safely enter work areas, traverse steep slopes and uneven terrain, and work in the outside elements when required
• Ability to perform field work and travel as needed for projects
• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The compensation range for this position is between $45 and $53/hr. 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.