Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Steel/Welding Design)

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Civil/Structural Engineer specializing in steel and welding design for federal projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, a Professional Engineer license in Wyoming, and expertise in non-destructive inspection and AISC standards. Responsibilities include technical advisory, oversight of construction quality, and contract compliance. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 10 years' experience on large federal construction projects.
• Experience with AISC certification and non-destructive inspection is required.
• Current Professional Engineer license in Wyoming is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert for federal construction projects involving civil and structural systems.
• Review contract documents for compliance and clarity.
• Assist with quality assurance and technical expertise during inspections.
• Prepare estimates for contractor payments and track project progress.

Skills

Steel and steel connection experience

Weld design and compliance review

Non-destructive inspection (NDI)

AISC certification

Radio-frequency (RF) shielding knowledge

HEMP design experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer license in the State of Wyoming

Job description

Job Title

Senior Civil/Structural Engineer (Steel/Welding Design)

Location

F.E. Warren AFB (Cheyenne, WY)

Pay Range

$120,000.00 per year – $135,000.00 per year (Base pay; final pay will be based on experience)

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and pass a federal background review and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical expert and advisor for control of civil and structural systems and related steel and welding features for federal construction projects.
• Perform advisory, consulting and review duties involving civil/structural systems problems or non‑compliance.
• Review contract documents, including plans and specifications, during design for constructability, non‑compliance, issue identification and contract clarity.
• Participate in all phases of the contract modification process. Assist in preparation of scopes of work for RFPs, governmental estimates, review contractor proposals, and prepare contract modification documentation.
• Assist with steel and welding inspections, quality assurance, contract administration and providing technical expertise.
• Document reviews and analyze contractor plans and technical submittals for approval action, including progress schedules, environmental, safety and quality control programs, certifications and shop drawings. Provide comments.
• Prepare correspondence regarding contractor performance, requests for equitable adjustments (REAs), requests for information (RFIs) and other technical issues.
• Prepare both partial and final payment estimates, including the measurement and computation of pay item quantities, verification of materials on hand, and percent complete of lump‑sum items.
• Demonstrated steel and steel connection experience.
• Experience in weld design and compliance review in reviewing plans, submittals, RFIs and field inspections.
• Non‑destructive inspection (NDI) experience.
• AISC certification.
• Monitor and document scheduled progress of all construction activities and phases, advising the resident engineer, COR and project team of potential slippage or delay.
• Participate and execute RFI and submittal reviews, including coordination with designers, RE and technical experts and execute responses to the contractor.
• Review and provide technical assistance with HEMP shielding, radio‑frequency (RF) shielding and ICD‑705 construction requirements. Document review and interface with designer of record for technical changes or questions.
• Log and maintain data as necessary to assist with project management and decision making.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Structural Engineering.
• Current Professional Engineer license in the State of Wyoming.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a structural engineer on large complex multimillion‑dollar federal construction projects, preferably USACE and/or Department of Defense.
• Non‑destructive inspection (NDI) experience.
• AISC certification.
• Experience with radio‑frequency (RF) shielding and ICD‑705 construction requirements.
• Knowledge and experience with high‑altitude electromagnetic pulse (HEMP) design and construction requirements (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify