Civil/Structural Engineer I

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. seeks a mid-level Civil/Structural Engineer to coordinate calculations, specifications, and drawings for power and heavy industrial projects. You will supervise team members, interface with multiple disciplines, and ensure designs meet applicable codes and standards.

The role requires a PE license, 4–6 years of relevant experience, and strong proficiency in engineering calculations and design software. Expect collaboration on diverse projects with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• PE license is required.
• 4–6 years of experience in structural engineering & design for power/heavy industrial facilities.
• Knowledge of industry codes such as AISC, ACI 318, ASCE 7, IBC, CMAA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and complete discipline engineering designs and supporting documentation (calculations, drawings, specs).
• Assist in defining project objectives, design estimates, and requirements for routine projects.
• Check/coordinate deliverables and ensure compliance with procedures and design requirements.
• Interface with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects and supervise project team members as needed.
• Utilize design software and 3D modeling to support engineering tasks.

Skills

Professional Engineer

Civil Engineering

Engineering Calculations

Decision Making

Team Player

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Masters in Civil Engineering

Job description

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.
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We have the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don't delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full service engineering, procurement, & construction management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services including electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, & distribution design. We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!

Mesa seeks a mid-level Engineer that will coordinate, prepare, and check calculations, specifications, reports, design details, plans, and drawings within assigned task areas. They help supervise, schedule, and review the work of project team members, and interface with other disciplines on multidisciplinary projects as required.

Responsibilities

• On a task basis, is responsible for preparing and completing discipline engineering designs and supporting documentation such as design criteria, calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Assist in defining project objectives, preparing design estimates, and defining project requirements and design approaches for routine projects
• Exercise limited judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Perform technical and coordination checking/ review of deliverables and other project documents
• Ensure deliverables comply with Business Unit procedures and meet applicable design requirements
• Capable of preparing/checking calculations using engineering formulas and skills, or application specific software
• Manage personal task assignments
• Assist in resolving construction issues, supporting design staff to resolve problems and concerns
• Identify conflicting design or schedule requirements and generates Project Deviation Notices
• Must have a basic understanding of all drawing types required for a project, their purpose, inter-relationship with other deliverables, generation method, and production cost
• Design and engineering utilizing applicable structural standards and codes
• Design and engineering of concrete beams and slabs (ACI)
• Design and engineering of structural steel columns and beams (ASCE, AISC)
• Design and engineering of wood structures (Formwork)
• Design and engineering of pile systems – micro, friction, bearing, etc.
• Design and engineering of lifting and rigging
• Design and engineering of concrete anchorage systems
• Design and engineering utilizing various design software packages applicable to the above
• Design and engineering using 3D modeling and PointCloud file manipulation

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Professional Engineer Intermediate

Intermediate

Design and Construction Intermediate

Engineering Calculations Intermediate

Advanced

Decision Making Advanced

Preferred

Civil Engineer Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Masters or better in Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

4-6 years: Experience in Structural engineering & design related to power generating facilities and heavy industrial applications. Need to have a firm understanding and knowledge of all applicable industry codes and standards, including but not limited to AISC Steel Spec, ACI 318, ASCE 7, IBC, ASME BTH and CMAA. Professional Engineer license required.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Prof Engineering (PE)

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