Lead Structural Engineer for Complex Projects

Burns & McDonnell; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to lead project teams across a range of facilities including power, process, healthcare, and government sectors. You will develop structural concepts, review drawings, and collaborate through design and construction phases.

The role requires ABET-accredited degree and 3 years of experience, with FE or EIT preferred. Proficiency in RISA 3D, AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, Revit, and Tekla is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related ABET-accredited program; 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with FE and 3 years of experience, ABET-accredited.
• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering with 2 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques; strong computer skills.
• Experience with structural analysis programs (RISA 3D) and BIM tools (Revit/Tekla).

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from concept through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for diverse projects (power, process, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational, commercial, governmental, military).
• Design structural components per project manager requirements.
• Apply knowledge of engineering concepts, codes, and procedures.
• Research project data and update drawings in CAD software.
• Prepare information for client presentations and contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, or calculations.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Structural design

CAD

RISA 3D

ETABS

SAFE

Revit

Tekla

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Structural Engineering or related field

FE exam (Engineer in Training)

Master's in Structural Engineering (optional)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• Design structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.

• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.

• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.

• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Or Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

Compensation

$100,000.00-150,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-WA-Vancouver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263195

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D