Staff Structural Engineer - Civil/Structural (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (paid time off)

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Denver, CO, seeks a Staff Structural Engineer to lead design efforts on power delivery, pipelines and industrial facilities. You will design structures from concept through design completion and support field inspections.

Based in Denver, you will adapt drawings to budget and client needs, coordinate with project managers, and ensure safe, compliant solutions. Travel ~15% with a strong ESOP/401(k) benefits package.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• 5 years civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• PE certification preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with standard civil engineering techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from conceptual to design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for substations, pipelines, and industrial facilities.
• Design structural components per project manager requirements.
• Apply knowledge of civil engineering concepts, codes and procedures.
• Research and compile project data, studies, and reports; write specs.
• Update drawings across CAD applications.
• Prepare information for client presentations, shop drawings, and contract admin.
• Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Civil/Structural engineering knowledge

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

FE exam passed

MS degree substitution for 1 year experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

BIM (Revit)

Civil 3D

PLS

PLS-CADD

RISA-3D

MathCAD

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world‑class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments across a variety of sectors, including power delivery, pipelines, and industrial facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans to meet budget constraints, design requirements, or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects, including, but not limited to, electrical substations, pipeline metering and regulating stations, and industrial facilities.
• Design structural components to meet the project's needs and requirements as set forth by the project managers.
• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the civil engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project‑related data as required by the project managers. Compiles studies and reports. Writes specifications.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify that corrections are made across multiple CAD applications.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power delivery, pipeline and industrial facilities.
• Perform field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• Or Bachelor of Science in Civil/Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Master of Science degree in Civil/Structural Engineering may be substituted for 1 year experience.
• 5 years of civil engineering experience, consulting preferred.
• Successful completion (i.e., passing) of PE preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, and civil analysis programs.

Compensation

$105,000.00-155,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year‑end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee‑owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-CO-Denver

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 261024

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D