Lead Civil Engineer

Messer Americas; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Civil Engineer to oversee the design and construction of various industrial projects. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with technical, regulatory, and safety standards while maintaining quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil engineering, particularly in industrial facilities, and will play a key role in developing cost-effective solutions. Join a stable and inclusive company that values its employees and offers diverse opportunities for growth in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Pay

Steady Schedules

Training Opportunities

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-15 years of experience in civil and structural design for industrial facilities.
• Proficient in technical writing and design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering design for major capital projects from proposal to construction.
• Coordinate with construction personnel to resolve RFIs and NCRs.

Skills

Technical Computations

Laser Scan Software

Tekla

SDS-2

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Geotechnical Surveys

Foundation Design

Professional Engineering License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

MBA

Tools

CAD Platforms

ArcGIS

InRoads

GeoSlope

ANSYS

STADD

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for overseeing and guiding civil engineering design and construction for a wide range of industrial projects for Messer, including large-scale air separation plants, liquid CO2 plants, cylinder filling plants, and associated infrastructure.

This role will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that civil works meet all technical, regulatory, and safety requirements while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

This role will be key to working with Messer's external design firms to develop cost-effective solutions for the civil portion of Messer's investments and driving competitive improvement.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world's largest privately held industrial gases company. Our work matters because it is woven into every part of life, from medical gases to essential elements needed for sustainable production.

The strength of Messer is our people at every level and role. Join us to make an impact by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by caring people.

Messer stands apart because we prioritize what matters, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Lead and own all civil engineering design for Messer's major capital projects, from proposal to construction and handover. Manage design efforts for complex industrial plants and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with construction personnel to resolve RFIs, NCRs, and provide support as needed.
• Provide technical expertise in civil structures, including foundations, roads, drainage, and site development, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Interface with proposals to generate preliminary designs and cost estimates.
• Identify civil engineering risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure safety and environmental compliance in all designs and activities.
• Review civil bids and schedules, ensuring scope accuracy and addressing potential delays or cost overruns proactively.
• Serve as a technical resource for other departments within Messer Americas.
• Develop Messer Civil Engineering standards and procedures.
• Represent Messer on professional standard committees as needed.
• Coordinate with third-party engineering organizations for design reviews, calculations, and specifications.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in technical computations, understanding plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Familiarity with laser scan software (LFM viewer, Quantapoint), Tekla, SDS-2, and CAD platforms.
• Skilled in technical writing, office software, and discipline-specific design software (e.g., MicroStation, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, InRoads, Geopak, GeoSlope, ANSYS, STADD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS).
• Deep knowledge of geotechnical surveys, soil classification, and foundation design.
• Ability to advise on site codes, regulations, and load considerations (seismic, wind, snow, ice) per IBC and ASCE standards.
• Experience reviewing concrete foundation packages, structural steel drawings, and environmental assessments per relevant codes (ACI 318, AISC 360, AWS D1.1).
• Capability to oversee civil onsite work during construction.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 7-15 years of relevant experience in foundation, civil, and structural design for industrial facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA.
• Experience with industrial gases, cryogenic systems, air separation, and chemical plants is a plus.

About Messer:

Messer's safety culture, commitment to dependable supply, and innovative gas technology help customers be safer, more sustainable, and more productive. We value lasting relationships with customers, communities, and employees.

We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, steady schedules, and opportunities for training and career growth. We invest in our people, whose dedication and spirit make Messer different.

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