Description

Purpose of the Role

To manage and design the structural aspects of projects, including but not limited to, structural steel frames, equipment support structures, skid assemblies, foundations, and load-bearing systems, ensuring compliance with applicable building codes and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Development of structural steel design packages including plans, sections, and details
Creation of structural calculation packages for steel members, connections, anchorage, and lifting points
Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity under static and dynamic loading conditions
Utilize RISA3D for structural modeling and analysis
Review and approve structural fabrication drawings for construction
Coordinate structural requirements with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams
Provide stamped engineering drawings and calculations where required, including application for reciprocity for required states.
Support manufacturing and field service during fabrication, installation, and commissioning
Adhere to company and client engineering standards and procedures
Communicate with contractors and customers using clear verbal and written communication

Requirements

Education Requirement

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (ABET Accreditation)
Professional Engineer (PE) license required with ability to stamp drawings

Skills

Strong understanding of structural engineering principles, steel design methodologies, and applicable codes (IBC, AISC, ASCE)
Advanced proficiency in RISA3D
Experience performing and interpreting finite element analysis
Ability to develop comprehensive structural calculation packages
Working knowledge of structural steel connection design
Proficiency in reading and reviewing fabrication drawings
Sheet metal working practices and evaluation techniques
Expertise with welding codes such as AWS D1.1/D1.1M
Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor preferred but not required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities
Focus and attention to detail for complex structural systems
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Strong time management and organizational skills
Fluent in English

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive structural engineering experience
Demonstrated experience designing structural steel packages for industrial or commercial applications
Experience stamping and sealing engineering drawings
Experience coordinating with fabrication shops and field installation teams
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

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Structural Engineer