Senior Structural Engineer - Substation (Austin)

Burns & McDonnell

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is searching for a Senior Structural Engineer in Austin, Texas, to lead structural design project teams for various sectors. The role involves managing the project from conceptual design through to completion while ensuring compliance with budget and client requirements.

Preferred candidates will have a degree in Structural Engineering with extensive experience in leading project designs, strong skills in engineering codes, and excellent communication abilities. This is a full-time position, requiring some travel.

Qualifications

7 years of structural engineering experience required.
EPC project experience preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead structural design of projects from concept through completion.
Prepare and review project specifications and data sheets.
Conduct quality reviews of drawings and documents.

Skills

Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7)

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

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Job description

Description

The Senior Structural Engineer will lead structural design 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 Senior Structural Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

Responsibilities

Lead structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
Prepare structural equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
Review structural vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.
Participate in the development of project schedules, scope, budget, staffing planning, and construction planning. Responsible for the effective management of change orders.
Apply expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
Apply knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non‑standard design solutions.
Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project‑related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD‑related software.
Quality review of the construction administration, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design‑related installation issues, calculations, field inspections, and testing of materials.
Lead field inspections, installation, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors, and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the structural engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET‑accredited program and 7 years of structural engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Bachelor's Degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET‑accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 7 years of structural engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Or Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years of structural engineering experience required. EPC project experience preferred.
Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7). Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
Ability to travel.
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.