Staff Structural Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Wallingford, CT)

Burns & McDonnell; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Year-end bonus program

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a Staff Structural Engineer in Wallingford, CT to lead structural design for power, process, healthcare, industrial, and government facilities. You’ll guide projects from concept through construction, adapting drawings for budget and client needs.

You will rely on strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, CAD tools, and familiarity with RISA 3D, AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, Revit, and Tekla. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree and 3 years of structural engineering experience.
• FE exam completed with 3+ years in structural projects.
• MS in Structural Engineering preferred with 2+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Review and modify production drawings for various facilities.
• Design members to meet project needs and manager requirements.
• Apply engineering concepts, codes, and procedures in daily work.
• Compile data for client presentations and contract administration.
• Conduct field inspections and measurements as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited program

FE exam completed

MS in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA 3D

AutoCAD

ETABS

SAFE

Revit

Tekla

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on 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 Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, 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: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• Design structural components to meet project needs and requirements set forth by the project managers.

• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.

• Research and compile project‑related data as required by the project managers.

• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD‑related software.

• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental, and military facilities.

• Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

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

• Or Bachelor Degree Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Master Degree of Science degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.

• Strong knowledge in 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.

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. 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-CT-Wallingford

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID

263412

Job Hire Type

Experienced #LI-MG #T&D