Principal Civil Structural Engineer

Thyssenkrupp Uhde GmbH; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance - Company Paid

STD/LTD - Company Paid

FSA & HSA

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA seeks a seasoned Civil Structural Engineer to lead the execution of structural design for major chemical plant projects in North America. You will interact with engineers and designers, provide technical direction, and ensure compliance with tk Uhde standards and project goals.

The role requires a PE license, 18+ years of experience in heavy industrial structures, and the ability to work independently within a strong matrix team.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Civil or Structural Engineering with emphasis on structural steel and concrete design.
• 18+ years minimum civil structural engineering experience in the industry.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• Ability to operate as Designated Professional (or similar depending on jurisdiction).
• Experience in power, petrochemical, heavy industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute structural engineering and design documents per project budget, schedule and quality.
• Serve as a technical resource within a matrix organization and guide project team members.
• Seal contract documents for foundations, piling, anchor bolts, and structural layouts as required.
• Plan and coordinate detailed aspects of engineering work for multiple projects.
• Review procedures to ensure compliance with policies and performance measures.
• Assist in supervising design drawings, calculations, and specifications for complexStructural systems.

Skills

P.E. license

Independent work

Project coordination

Communication with project team

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor/Master in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

ACAD

TEKLA

STAAD Pro

MAT3D

Navisworks

Job description

Company

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA combines unique technical expertise and decades of global experience in the engineering, procurement, construction and service of chemical plants. We develop innovative chemical processes and products for a more sustainable future and thus contribute to the long‑term success of our customers in almost all areas of the chemical industry. Our portfolio includes leading technologies for the production of basic chemicals, fertilizers and polymers as well as value‑chains for the energy transition and sustainable chemicals.

Your responsibilities

Position Overview:

The Civil Structural Engineer is responsible for the execution of structural engineering and design documents according to project budget, schedule and quality. Reports in a strong matrix organization to the Lead Structural Engineer and to the Engineering Manager for the project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interacts with a group of engineers and designers providing technical direction primarily at a project level. Projects will primarily be located in North America and may be green or brown field. Project personnel may be located at the same office location, or remotely in other time zones and may also not be direct employees.
• Ability to perform duties of responsible engineer over engineering work under supervision, including sealing of contract documents when required. Documents required to be sealed may be, but not limited to: engineering specifications for foundations and structural engineering, piling arrangements, foundation arrangements, foundation drawings, anchor bolt layouts, structural arrangements, and compressor foundations.
• Sets priorities and reconciles conflicting interests over the duration of a project.
• Demonstrates through their actions an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Viewed as a technical resource on communicating to project team members and vendors regarding discipline expertise and guidance .

Lead Function Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work for a project.
• Plans, schedules or coordinates the preparation of documents or completion of activities for multiple projects.
• Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.

Your profile

Required Knowledge/ Skills, Education and Experience:

• BS or MS in Civil or Structural Engineering with emphasis on structural steel and concrete design.
• 18+ years minimum civil structural engineering experience in the industry. (MS degree may count toward 1 year of work experience).
• Structural engineering experience in the power, petrochemical, heavy industrial, chemical plants and heavy industrial process industry. Additional industries may be considered based on experience gained.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• Ability to promptly obtain additional P.E. license and/or registration as needed for business.
• Ability to operate as Designated Professional (or similar depending on jurisdiction) as necessary for business or organizational needs.
• Continual maintenance of professional registrations obtained.
• Holds NCEES record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Knowledge/ Skills, and Experience:

• P.E. License in Canada.
• Experience in module design.
• Meets Model Law Engineer requirements.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) holder.
• Construction field experience.

Additional Qualifications:

• Interprets, organizes, executes and coordinates engineering assignments on a project level.
• Assures all engineering work is carried out in accordance with tk Uhde technical standards and procedures, and applicable governmental regulations.
• Fully versed in the operation of the structural engineering discipline, and maintains an advanced level of understanding for how engineering concepts are applied to solve problems.
• Assists upper level management as well as other engineering disciplines as required.
• Supervises the preparation and review of design drawings, calculations, visual aids, technical specifications/data sheets for complex structural systems.
• Familiar with the standard engineering office computer software including Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Power Point.
• Knowledge and use of ACAD, TEKLA, STAAD pro, MAT3D, Navisworks is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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.

• Physicals demands: While performing job duties, incumbent is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, utilize objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms while visually maintaining focus which includes close and distance as well as peripheral vision. While working in the field, incumbent may also be required to lift up to 25 pounds and have the ability to climb staircase, and/ or ladders.
• Work environment: This role is primarily in an office setting. However, while at the client or vendor site, the incumbent will be working in a field environment.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA recognizes and appreciates the exceptional quality of its employees. We are proud to offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. Employees of tkIS USA receive a variety of financial and personal job benefits. The suite of benefits offered is meant as a supplement to your financial package and adds to your total compensation. Below is a brief summary of benefits which are available to all fulltime employees:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• STD/LTD - Company Paid
• FSA & HSA
• Voluntary Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k) Plan
• Roth IRA
• Supplemental Life & ADD
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

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