Staff Structural Engineer - Lattice Tower (Houston)

Burns & McDonnell; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Houston, TX is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer to lead and execute diverse structural design tasks for transmission tower projects.

The role involves design, analysis, drawings, and project coordination, with emphasis on adherence to codes, budgets, and schedules. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required; FE/EIT is preferred.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
• FE exam completed; EIT certification preferred.
• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering with 2 years experience accepted.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of structural designs including PLS-Tower modeling and FEM analysis.
• Support development of man-hour estimates, schedules, and budgets for proposals and projects.
• Develop project deliverables from conceptual through detailed design.
• Prepare production drawings with design layouts and calculations.
• Apply codes and specifications to design requirements and perform quality reviews.
• Maintain 3D models, revisions, plot files, and project documentation.
• Participate in the structural design Quality Review process.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Structural Engineering or related field

FE exam completed; EIT certification preferred

Master's Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA-3D

AutoCAD

ETABS

SAFE

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Description

A Staff Structural Engineer will perform various phases of planning, proposal preparation, evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects, with a focus on transmission tower projects in a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist in the execution of various structural project designs, including but not limited to, PLS-Tower modeling, FEM structure modeling, analysis, reinforcement design, new construction and retrofit work.

• Assist in the development of man-hour estimates, schedules, and project budgets for proposal response and project execution.

• Assist in the development of project deliverables. This includes conceptual designs through detailed design.

• Develop drawings for production work, including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.

• Execute a variety of structural design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, commercially available software, industry-specific software, drawing sequence and presentation, sizing of components, and refining rough sketches for CAD development.

• Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.

• Analyze reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other structural-related data to plan and design projects.

• Responsible for incorporating design codes and specifications related to design requirements.

• Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget and schedule.

• Review schedules, budgets, and project criteria to inform civil design and layouts.

• Organize and maintain all revisions of the project 3D model, drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical, well-structured manner.

• Participate in the structural design Quality Review process. Includes back-checking drawings, models & components, and review of shop drawings using the model.

• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

• 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 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Strong knowledge of standard 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.

• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

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

• Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA-3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

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-TX-Houston

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

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