Lead Structural Engineer – Complex R&D Facilities

Amentum; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its Advanced Solutions Group in leadership of structural projects across multiple disciplines. You will guide a team of engineers and drafters from concept through construction, applying loads per building codes and performing both hand and FE analysis with STAAD/ANSYS.

Travel to project sites and collaboration with clients are expected. Required: 5+ years in structural design, BS/MS in Civil/Structural Engineering, and proficient FE modeling with

Qualifications

• BS or MS Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the design and analysis of structural systems.
• Design experience with steel, concrete, and masonry.
• Proficient in finite element modeling (STAAD and/or ANSYS).
• Proficient in building codes such as IBC, AISC, ACI, and ASCE.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to lead a small team of structural engineers and drafters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage other structural engineers and drafters through all phases of project planning, execution, and construction.
• Provide complete design solutions from concept to final design and construction.
• Apply design loading to structures using applicable building codes and design codes.
• Design and analyze structures to meet project-specific and code requirements using STAAD/ANSYS.
• Develop engineering design calculation packages including static, dynamic, blast, vibration, and thermal stresses.
• Oversee development of 3D models and 2D construction drawings.
• Develop construction bid packages including calculations, specifications, and drawings.
• Perform site inspections at fabricators' shops and construction sites to ensure conformance to contract documents.
• Provide leadership for junior engineers and drafter/designers.
• Coordinate design solutions with clients and other disciplines; participate in presentations, reports, studies, design reviews, and training.
• Assist with project planning, cost estimating, proposals, project management, and marketing.
• Work independently and as part of a multi-discipline team to meet budgets and schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Time management

Education

BS/MS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD

ANSYS

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Structural Engineer to join its Advanced Solutions Group in leadership of structural projects across multiple disciplines. You will guide a team of engineers and drafters from concept through construction, applying loads per building codes and performing both hand and FE analysis with STAAD/ANSYS.

Travel to project sites and collaboration with clients are expected. Required: 5+ years in structural design, BS/MS in Civil/Structural Engineering, and proficient FE modeling with