Senior Structural Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to provide technical leadership and ensure project accuracy. This role involves overseeing engineering assignments, developing specifications, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in civil or structural engineering, with proficiency in advanced design software and a commitment to quality. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to large-scale projects in a collaborative environment. If you're ready to take on complex challenges and drive engineering excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Advanced knowledge of structural design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering assignments of advanced complexity as Area Lead.
• Analyze technical solutions and develop specifications.
• Coordinate with disciplines, vendors, and clients.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Technical Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

EPC Services

3D Modeling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAADPro

Mathcad

Excel

RISA3D

Job description

Job Description Senior Structural Design Engineer

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to provide essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and leadership. This position oversees a specific area and acts as a representative of the engineering discipline, ensuring technical accuracy in project execution across all phases. It is a lead position on assigned projects, performing engineering assignments of advanced complexity.

Responsibilities include:

1. Serving as an Area Lead under the supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer, providing guidance and supervision to other engineers and designers.
2. Analyzing and making independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to complex problems in accordance with project requirements.
3. Developing and reviewing specifications and design criteria.
4. Performing and checking engineering analyses and calculations; specifying materials, equipment, and systems; solving technical problems of advanced complexity.
5. Coordinating technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients.
6. Executing work in compliance with the Project Quality Plan and procedures.
7. Ensuring work aligns with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines.
8. Developing and reviewing estimates, schedules, and progress reports, including effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting.
9. Establishing, controlling, and reporting on material key quantities; providing analysis and forecasts.
10. Supporting activities related to equipment and material procurement and subcontracting, including scope of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals.
11. Providing technical support for construction administration, including responses to RFIs and field changes.
12. Performing other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Professional Engineer license.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes and standards, including Department of Energy orders.
• Effective communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards.
• Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable codes, statutes, and guidelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently within time constraints.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including word processing, email, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Significant experience in EPC services on large industrial projects.
• Experience with engineering analysis, 3D modeling, and CAD tools in a multi-discipline environment.
• Design and analysis experience with steel and concrete structures or commodity supports.
• Proficiency in STAADPro, Excel, and MathCad.
• Knowledge of relevant codes such as ACI 318-14, 349-13, AISC N690-18, ASCE 7-16, 4-16, 43-19, and IBC-2018.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Satisfactory pre-employment screening.

Discipline Specific Job Requirements

• Performing calculations for foundations, concrete, and steel structures.
• Advanced knowledge of structural design software such as STAAD, STAADPro, and RISA3D.
• Advanced knowledge of Mathcad.
• Analyzing complex structures, wind and seismic loading, dynamic analysis, and computer modeling.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of material availability and costs.
• Experience with nuclear facility design under ASME NQA-1.
• Management and leadership experience on large projects.
• Proficiency in project setup, scheduling, progress reporting, and project close-out.
• Practical field experience.
• EPC project experience in industries such as DOE, nuclear, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology.

Location

Position is 100% onsite in Greenville, SC. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to perform essential functions with reasonable accommodation. Responsibilities may be reassigned as needed.

Contract Duration

One year with potential extension or conversion.