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Senior Staff Engineer

Schnabel Engineering
Boise, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/12/2026
Schnabel Engineering is an employee-owned, professional consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in dam, geotechnical, geostructural, and tunnel engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities they live in, and support are a vital part of who we are and what we offer. Founded in 1956, Schnabel has experienced tremendous success and growth through its dedication to excellence in client service, high quality, and value-added solutions. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and Top 10 Dams and Reservoirs Design Firm with over 700 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 health, dental, life and disability. Engagement in Schnabel’s wellness program offers incentives for employees to pursue a healthy lifestyle, and the firm rewards employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

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 and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Boise, ID office is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer to join our growing practice. 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 team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support on geotechnical projects during the exploration, design, and construction phases.
  • Planning, performing, and overseeing subsurface investigation and testing programs.
  • Preparing and/or reviewing field test logs and geological/engineering reports.
  • Survey interpretation, calculation of quantities, and creation of various other supportive drawings and graphics.
  • Development of geotechnical reports and specifications.
  • Performing geological and geotechnical engineering analysis.
  • Proposal development.
  • Perform and oversee construction observation of specialty geotechnical works and foundation construction.
  • Must be willing to travel; some overnight and out-of-town travel should be expected.

Required Skills/Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • EIT certification.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil3D.
  • Familiarity with APILE, LPILE, GRLWEAP, GeoStudio, and AASHTOWare Pavement M-E software
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • Master's degree in geotechnical engineering

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 this position is between $65,000 to $95,000 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.

Salary : $65,000 - $95,000

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