Construction Support Engineer

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 85,366 - 106,707; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)-matching program

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Plainfield, Illinois is seeking a Construction Support Engineer. This role involves designing and checking drawings for CB&I Storage Solutions projects, performing constructability studies, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years of experience in a relevant field. The position offers a competitive salary in the range of $85,366 - $106,707 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in construction or engineering.
• Preferred BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited school.
• Experience with storage tanks and/or pressure vessel design is desired.

Responsibilities

• Formulate constructability plans for standard and complex structures.
• Perform detailed lifting and rigging analysis.
• Design lifting devices and check component stresses.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering

EIT or working toward EIT

Tools

AutoCAD

Matlab

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically-located operations to provide customers world-class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

Overview

The Construction Support Engineer is responsible for performing or checking designs and erection drawings of assigned deliverables on CB&I Storage Solutions projects. The work includes among other things, constructability studies, layouts, design calculations, erection material, fall protection, specification development and construction documents. Over the course of time, capabilities for plate structures design engineering must increase as level of complexity of assignments increases and expectations expand for working independently with less supervision.

Responsibilities

• Formulate constructability plans for erection of standard and complex CB&I Storage Solutions structures.
• Perform detailed lifting and rigging analysis including calculations, drawings, specifications and procedures.
• Determine ground bearing pressures on soil and design "matting" as required.
• Be able to understand and work with the interpretation of geotechnical investigation reports.
• Design lifting attachments and check the stresses in the component being lifted.
• Perform lifting calculations and drawings using jacking methods to lift structures.
• Design lifting devices to AISC, OSHA and ASME B30-BTH.
• Understand and be able to work with ASME B30 documents.
• Design temporary support structures.
• Design of fall protection systems and anchor points.
• Design of access equipment.
• Collaborate with drafters, modelers and detailers, as well as personnel from sales, estimating, engineering, operations and project management.
• Travel to project sites to assist in execution of tasks.
• Provide reviews of engineering's designs for assessments on the constructability of the project.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited school is preferred.
• EIT or working toward obtaining EIT, and then a professional engineering license is preferred.
• Experience with storage tanks and/or pressure vessel design is desired
• Professional Engineering license in at least one state is preferred

Skills and Behaviors

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves the complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
• Proven negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• A mature business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skill, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment.

Benefits

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short-term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation-related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range $85,366 - $106,707 USD $/Annually