Civil / Structural Engineer

Lancesoft; City of White Plains (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Contributions

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Other Employee Perks

Job summary

LanceSoft is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer in White Plains, NY for a 12+ month assignment. The role requires designing, analyzing, and rehabilitating hydropower and water resource structures, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring code compliance and safety.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in Civil/Structural Engineering, NY PE preferred, and 8+ years of relevant experience. The position offers hybrid work with on-site presence and a pay rate of $50–$55 per hour, reflecting

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• New York State Professional Engineer certification preferred.
• 8+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Experience leading teams with or without direct supervision preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil / structural support for a wide range of design modification projects and studies.
• Perform site visits to complete field inspections and develop technical recommendations.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary activities for project development and execution.
• Provide expertise in codes, standards and procedures interpretation.
• Review designs, calculations, and reports from internal and external sources.
• Develop technical scopes of work for external consultants.
• Develop construction specifications and related calculations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Skills

Structural design

Seismic analysis

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering

New York State Professional Engineer license preferred

Tools

STAADPro

Risa

MathCad

PLS CADD

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Civil / Structural Engineer

Location: White plains, NY, 10601

Duration: 12+ Months

Payrate: $50-$55/hr

Hybrid: Hybrid schedules are permissible with a minimum of 3 days on-site depending on assignment and can be fully on-site depending on business needs.

Project Overview

Civil/Structural Engineer with experience supporting the planning, design, analysis, and rehabilitation of hydropower, water resource infrastructure or similar structures. Skilled in delivering structural and civil engineering solutions for dams, powerhouses, intake structures, spillways, hydraulic conveyance systems or similar structures. Proficient in structural modeling, load analysis, seismic analysis for concrete and steel evaluations, and assessment of aging structures for reliability and compliance. Experienced in developing engineering drawings and specifications, reviewing contractor and consultant submittals, conducting field inspections, and supporting condition assessments. Adept at coordinating with multidisciplinary teams—civil, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, Project Management and other stakeholders—to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient asset performance. Known for sound engineering judgment, strong communication skills, and commitment to regulatory compliance, safety culture, and long‑term asset stewardship.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Provide civil / structural support for a wide range of design modification projects, equipment applications and failure research, engineering studies, and operations and maintenance activities.


• Support includes:


• Perform site visits to complete field inspections, condition assessments, and equipment evaluations and develop technical recommendations for complex scenarios with limited oversight.


• Independently coordinate cross disciplinary activities for the successful development and execution of projects.


• Provide expertise in the selection, interpretation and application of codes, standards and procedures.


• Provide direction and review for the civil design and drafting personnel in the development of the project drawings.


• Review designs, calculations, specifications, and reports produced by other internal engineers and external consultants.


• Develop technical scopes of work for external consultants to perform engineering design for projects.


• Develop construction specifications and associated calculations.


• Solve complex challenges and work with external consultants to deliver projects on schedule and budget.


• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, site personnel, project management, external stakeholders and other business units.

Skills

Proficient in the design, operation and maintenance of structural systems.

Working knowledge of Civil Engineering systems and materials used for Civil Engineering design.

Ability to apply diverse technical principles and practices.

Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, regulations.

Collaborative and team-oriented with ability to build relationships with vendors and stakeholders.

Ability to coordinate the technical aspects of projects.

Ability to perform engineering calculations, and complete specifications, scopes of work, reports, and interdisciplinary design packages.

Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.

Working experience with a Civil/Structural, design software such as STAADPro, Risa, MathCad, PLS CADD and other industry recognized software.

Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong collaboration, communication, and negotiation skills.

Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Experience in time management, conflict resolution and negotiation.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, or equivalent, from an accredited college or university. New York State Professional Engineer certification preferred. Experience leading teams with or without direct supervision preferred. Electric utility or related experience preferred. Minimum 8 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.

Employee Benefits

At LanceSoft, full time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits:

• Four options of medical Insurance


• Dental and Vision Insurance


• 401k Contributions


• Critical Illness Insurance


• Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance


• Accident Insurance


• Other Employee Perks