Senior Structural Engineer

Position Summary

• Originate and check complex structural engineering deliverables, such as steel and concrete calculations, specifications, material requisitions.
• Reviews and coordinates technical documents with / from other engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction.
• Prepare technical reports related to specific design issues.
• Manage specifically assigned project activities.
• Assist in constructability reviews.
• Support construction by dispositioning field change requests and nonconformance reports.
• Act as a mentor or coach for subordinate engineers and designers.
• Schedule and coordinate off-project review requirements for engineering deliverables.
• Lead and / or participate in technical discussions with client, suppliers, construction, etc.

Basic Qualifications

• Level 1 : BS in structural / civil engineering from an accredited university or college, and at least 6 years progressive related experience.
• Level 2 : BS in structural / civil engineering from an accredited university or college, and at least 9 years progressive related experience.
• Prior experience working complex concrete and / or steel designs.
• Must possess the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to independently execute the detailed design of complex steel and / or concrete structures.
• Thorough knowledge and application of the AISC Steel Construction Manual, ACI 318, and ASCE 7.
• Proficient in the use of structural analysis software such as GTSTRUDL or SAP 2000.
• Experience with CADD applications, such as MicroStation or AutoCad.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering deliverables, such as drawings, specifications, and material requisitions and of construction methods for concrete and steel structures.
• Understands work processes of other disciplines and departments on projects.
• Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.
• Ability to resolve design issues with subordinates, suppliers, other engineering disciplines, construction, and the client.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication, planning and organizational skills are essential.
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of Mathcad or similar software.
• Thorough knowledge of the provisions of ACI 349, AISC N690, ASCE 4-98, ASCE 7, and IBC codes.
• Familiar with Bechtel standard programs, such as ME-035, Base Plate II.
• Experience in the structural design of Nuclear and / or DOE facilities.
• Experience with managing discipline software life cycle documentation.
• Necessary skills to present technical subjects with competence and confidence.
• Experience in resolving field problems associated with proposed changes from Construction and working through Non-Conformances.
• Professional Engineering License.

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