Senior Structural Engineer - Onsite Energy & Power (Multiple Locations)
Burns & McDonnellabout 1 year ago
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
The Senior Structural Engineer will lead structural design project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. They will guide the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion based on project requirements set by project managers.
- Prepare structural equipment documentation including packaged equipment specifications, data sheets, RFQ’s, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
- Review structural vendor drawings and coordinate with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.
- Participate in developing project schedule, scope, budget, staffing plans, and construction planning while managing change orders effectively.
- Apply expert knowledge of structural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
- Utilize experience to address complex projects and identify non-standard design solutions.
- Conduct quality reviews of production drawings and related project data using multiple CAD software tools.
- Oversee construction administration by coordinating with field personnel to resolve design-related installation issues, perform calculations, and field investigations.
- Lead field investigations, measurements, or calculations for both public and private clients.
- Prepare and present technical reports for clients.
- Foster effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors while developing new business opportunities and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Participate in sales and marketing efforts by identifying key pursuits.
- Develop design cost proposals and qualification statements to align with client scopes.
- Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates; report on project performance.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced engineers within the structural engineering practice.
- Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes.
- Maintain effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
- Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program, or an equivalent qualification with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- 7 years of structural engineering experience.
- Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures, including structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7) and strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience leading the design for large projects and effectively delegating tasks to team members.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills with a methodical and analytical approach to quantitative problem-solving.
- Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
- Ability to travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering.
- EPC project experience.
- Professional Engineering License (PE).
Additional Information
Job Title: Structural Engineering
Primary Location: US-NC-Raleigh
Other Locations: US-MO-Kansas City, US-TX-Fort Worth, US-TX-Dallas
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time
Req ID: 252382
Job Hire Type: Experienced
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Required Skills
Quality Assurance
Client Communication
Team Leadership
Project Management
Technical Reporting
Cost Estimation
Structural Design
Vendor Coordination
CAD Software Proficiency