Engineering Technician

Company: Schnabel Engineering
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional consulting firm that focuses on solving complex infrastructure and environmental challenges through innovation and specialization in dam, geotechnical, geostructural, and tunnel engineering.Our high standards for quality, business ethics, and commitment to our core values and local communities are vital parts of who we are and what we offer.Founded in 1956, Schnabel's dedication to excellence in client service, quality and technical expertise, and value-added solutions has resulted in sustained growth, success, and industry recognition. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm and Top 10 Dams and Reservoirs Design Firm.

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 more. 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.

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 Austin, TX office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Engineering Technician 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:

• Field observation and testing during placement of construction materials including soils, concrete, asphalt, masonry, reinforcing steel, and grout
  
• Soil and concrete laboratory experience
  
  Required Skills/Experience:
  
  
  • High School degree
    
  • Valid Driver's license
    
  • Possess good oral, written, communication, and organizational skills
    
  • Able to perform rudimentary mathematic computations
    
  • Attentive to detail
    
  • Interest in working outdoors on construction sites
    
  • Candidates must be able to lift 50-75 pounds on an occasional basis and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, climb ladders, and work outside
    
  • Construction experience is preferred, but not required
    
    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
      
      EOE including Veterans and Disability
      
      Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
      
      The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Keywords: Schnabel Engineering, Austin , Engineering Technician, Professions , Austin, Texas