Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer
Schnabel provides expertise and design for geotechnical, dam, and tunnel engineering projects worldwide. As a growing, mid-size company with 600+ employees and 30 offices, Schnabel offers big-firm capabilities with small-firm responsiveness. Our designers, innovators, and industry experts have successfully tackled projects in remote locations, challenging environments, and for communities large and small across the U.S. and in over 130 countries.
We're an ENR Top 250 Design Firm and we regularly provide engineering services on projects that lead to awards for our clients. Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel is an employee-owned firm that gives employees the opportunity to share financially in the growth of the company.
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:
The Richmond, Va office of 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, stormwater management plans, and investigation reports
Participate in civil and environmental field investigations and permitting
Assist with the preparation of civil and environmental engineering calculations
Create plans and figures using AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS
Assist with the development of civil/environmental engineering recommendations, prepare plans and specifications, and write technical deliverables
Assist with the development of regulatory permitting documents in support of civil/environmental projects
Work within the civil and environmental engineering groups and across other Schnabel business units and offices to effectively balance workload among available resources
Perform field work as necessary to meet client needs and expectations, including drilling, instrumentation and monitoring, and site inspections
Required Skills/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
0 to 4 years of professional experience in consulting civil/environmental engineering
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or the ability to receive EIT certification within 1-year
AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS skills suitable for developing required deliverables
Proficiency with Office 365, and other productivity software
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 interest and experience with civil design and environmental permitting for site design and development, including Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management
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 $57,200 to $86,000 per year. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer
Schnabel Engineering
Glen Allen, VA
Full Time
Bachelor'sCertification
USD 57,200.00 - 86,000.00 per year
Published on 07/29/2025
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Schnabel provides expertise and design for geotechnical, dam, and tunnel engineering projects worldwide. As a growing, mid-size company with 600+ employees and 30 offices, Schnabel offers big-firm capabilities with small-firm responsiveness. Our designers, innovators, and industry experts have successfully tackled projects in remote locations, challenging environments, and for communities large and small across the U.S. and in over 130 countries.
We're an ENR Top 250 Design Firm and we regularly provide engineering services on projects that lead to awards for our clients. Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel is an employee-owned firm that gives employees the opportunity to share financially in the growth of the company.
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:
The Richmond, Va office of 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, stormwater management plans, and investigation reports
Participate in civil and environmental field investigations and permitting
Assist with the preparation of civil and environmental engineering calculations
Create plans and figures using AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS
Assist with the development of civil/environmental engineering recommendations, prepare plans and specifications, and write technical deliverables
Assist with the development of regulatory permitting documents in support of civil/environmental projects
Work within the civil and environmental engineering groups and across other Schnabel business units and offices to effectively balance workload among available resources
Perform field work as necessary to meet client needs and expectations, including drilling, instrumentation and monitoring, and site inspections
Required Skills/Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
0 to 4 years of professional experience in consulting civil/environmental engineering
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or the ability to receive EIT certification within 1-year
AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or GIS skills suitable for developing required deliverables
Proficiency with Office 365, and other productivity software
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 interest and experience with civil design and environmental permitting for site design and development, including Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater Management
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 $57,200 to $86,000 per year. 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Staff Civil/Environmental Engineer
Schnabel Engineering
Glen Allen, VA
Full Time
Bachelor'sCertification
USD 57,200.00 - 86,000.00 per year
Published on 07/29/2025
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