Senior Structural Project Engineer, Water Resources

McMillen; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays (9)

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Structural Project Engineer with 5–10 years of experience focused on water resource projects such as fisheries, hydropower, dams, and flood control.

The role involves evaluating designs, performing structural analysis, and developing drawings for civil infrastructure services across the US and Canada. You will work on a variety of projects from feasibility to commissioning, apply advanced design techniques, and mentor junior staff.

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 water resource infrastructure including fishery related projects, hydropower, dams, water conveyance, storm water networks, heavy grading, water treatment, spillways, and pump stations.
• Experience with FEA modeling software ABAQUS or ANSYS/LS DYNA is a plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in seismic loads analysis methods.
• Proficient knowledge of ASCE7, ACI 318/350, and AISC 360/341; familiarity with Federal Agency codes (FERC, USACE, USBR).
• Strong communication, technical and analytical skills.
• Travel up to 15% of time to project sites and client locations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Design Documentation Reports, Technical Memorandums and other technical reports detailing project criteria and design methodologies.
• Evaluate, select and apply advanced structural design techniques and criteria.
• Perform structural computations and analysis using hand calculations and design software.
• Develop project details and drawings by hand drafting or CAD software.
• Edit project specifications and assist with Project Manual preparation.
• Provide on-site support during construction, including submittal reviews and inspections.
• Develop FEA models and perform linear and non-linear analysis; present results clearly to clients.
• Coordinate planning, design and construction support services for projects.
• Collect and analyze field data, as-built plans to determine existing conditions.
• Mentor other engineering staff.

Skills

Structural design

Seismic loads analysis

Travel up to 15%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

P.E. or P.Eng. licensure a plus

Tools

ABAQUS

ANSYS/LS DYNA

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Structural Project Engineer with 5–10 years of experience focused on water resource projects such as fisheries, hydropower, dams, and flood control.

The role involves evaluating designs, performing structural analysis, and developing drawings for civil infrastructure services across the US and Canada. You will work on a variety of projects from feasibility to commissioning, apply advanced design techniques, and mentor junior staff.