Senior Structural Project Engineer – Water Resources

McMillen, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 96,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Structural Project Engineer with 5-10 years of experience to focus on water resource-related work. The role involves working on dams, hydropower, fisheries, flood control, and other civil infrastructure projects across the United States and Canada.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's preferred) and have experience with FEA tools (ABAQUS/ANSYS), seismic analysis, and relevant codes. Travel up to 15% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited University.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of experience as a Structural Engineer
• P.E. or P.Eng. licensure a plus.
• Experience with FEA modeling software (ABAQUS or ANSYS/LS DYNA)
• Demonstrated expertise in seismic loads analysis methods
• Proficient knowledge of ASCE7, ACI 318/350, and AISC 360/341
• Familiarity with FERC, USACE, USBR
• Travel up to 15% of time to project sites and client locations

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Design Documentation Reports, Technical Memorandums and other technical reports, summarizing project criteria, historical information, design methodologies, technical recommendations and various other documentation.
• Evaluate, select and apply advanced structural design techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Perform structural computations and analysis, by hand calculations and using available design software, following current design codes and design methodologies.
• Develop project details and drawings by hand drafting or CAD software.
• Edit project specific technical specifications and assist with the preparation of the Project Manual.
• Perform services during construction, including submittal review, responses to information and clarification requests, on-site inspections, observations and conformance reporting.
• Develop FEA models and perform linear and non-linear analysis, using available software. Be comfortable presenting analysis results to clients in a manner that is easy to understand.
• Evaluate and manage planning, design and construction support services for projects.
• Collection and analysis of field data, as-built plans and engineering reports to establish existing conditions and identify critical areas for design criteria.
• Provide mentorship to other engineering staff.

Skills

Seismic analysis

FEA modeling

Strong communication

Mentorship

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ABAQUS/ANSYS/LS-DYNA

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Structural Project Engineer with 5-10 years of experience to focus on water resource-related work. The role involves working on dams, hydropower, fisheries, flood control, and other civil infrastructure projects across the United States and Canada.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's preferred) and have experience with FEA tools (ABAQUS/ANSYS), seismic analysis, and relevant codes. Travel up to 15% is required.