Civil Structural Engineer V

Tata Consulting Engineers; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer to design equipment components, structures and systems for energy projects. The role requires 10+ years progressive experience and a PE license in the resident state.

You will prepare specifications, review vendor drawings, coordinate with clients and multi-office teams, and ensure safety and quality standards are met across projects.

Qualifications

• BS in civil or structural engineering from ABET‑accredited university is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required in the resident state.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive Civil/Structural engineering experience, preferably in oil/gas/petrochemical.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work with clients and multi‑office teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare intermediate to advanced specifications for project assignments.
• Develop engineering sketches, calculations, and analysis models.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specs.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Plan, manage budgets and resources; ensure work is on schedule and within budget.
• Adhere to HSSE standards and regulatory requirements.
• Visit jobsites and vendor facilities to evaluate conditions.
• Prepare reports, plans, and construction schedules.

Skills

Decision making

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

BS in civil/structural engineering

Tools

STAAD

RISA

AutoCAD

Job description

“ENGINEERING A BETTER TOMORROW”. Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows for all employees to feel valued and safe to give their opinions and improve our company.

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC, (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries.

Position Summary

Perform civil/structural engineering assignments associated with designing equipment components, structures, or systems.

Required: 10+ years of progressive experience in the field of Civil/Structural Engineering, preferably in the oil, gas, or petrochemical industry. Required: Professional Engineering license in resident state.

Responsibilities

Independently prepare intermediate to advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements.

• Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations, and develop analysis models for complex project assignments.
• Prepare, review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other consultants. Projects are often delivered across multiple TCE offices and global workshare partners.
• Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget.
• Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents to your supervisor.
• Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings incorporating multi‑office/global delivery elements.
• Visit jobsites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions.
• Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
• Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases.
• Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations incorporating multi‑office/global delivery elements.
• Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities.
• Plan and manage workload, budgets, and project resources, requesting assistance, as necessary.
• Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
• Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
• Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs, and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics. Utilize complex and repetitive calculations
• Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects.
• Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized. Resolve design and development issues.
• Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
• Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates, and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope. Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope.
• May lead medium to large scope multi-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may make assignments, distribute workload, and establish work deadlines; reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work.
• Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co‑worker’s performance and any work‑related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions.
• Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co‑workers.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects.

Qualifications

• Acts Wisely and Decisively
• Self-Confident
• Leads Proactively
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Motivates Others
• Drives for Results
• Attention to Detail
• Acting with Integrity
• Analyzing Issues
• Using Technical Expertise
• Identifying problem areas
• Planning and Organizing
• Leveraging Networks
• Knows the business
• Judgment
• Innovative Thinking
• Looks for new opportunities
• Negotiating
• Organizational Savvy
• Influencing Others
• Diversity
• Open Communication
• Thinking Strategically
• Teamworking

Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, all in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to comprehend and complete testing for Safety Orientations through either written, verbal or computer interaction, as required by tester.

Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Word and Excel software. Ability to use basic engineering software programs, such as STAAD or RISA, is required. Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus, but not mandatory.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Must possess problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve issues involving multiple variables.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to touch, grasp, and feel; ability to reach with hands and arms; speak or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit; climb, balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision depth perception, and ability to focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may periodically be required to travel to client jobsites, usually petrochemical production facilities and must have the ability to access all areas as required. Therefore, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and the risk of electric shock. The noise level in the industrial workplace can be loud. The Engineer must exercise caution and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as specified by TCE and the Clients, to ensure their own safety and the safety of their co‑workers.

Education Requirements

Required: BS in civil or structural engineering from an ABET accredited university. Professional Engineer (PE) License.

EEO Statement

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC (“TCE”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal TCE offer letter through our onboarding system.