Structural Engineer

Advansix; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvanSix in the United States (Hopewell, VA) seeks a Structural Engineer to join the capital projects engineering team. You will provide structural engineering support across all phases of chemical-plant capital projects, from planning to construction.

You will design steel structures, supports, foundations, and perform field data collection, reviews, and 3D modeling using AutoCAD, CADWorx, and other software. Travel ~10% to AdvanSix sites.

Qualifications

• PE license required or ability to obtain PA/VA licenses.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a chemical plant or similar industrial facility.
• Working knowledge of AISC, ASCE, IBC and federal/state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Structural engineering and design for steel structures, equipment and pipe supports, foundations, and racks.
• Develop conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and material take-offs for estimating.
• Produce calculations, drawings, specifications and scopes of work for procurement and construction.
• Review vendor and other disciplines' drawings for structural input.
• Perform fieldwork to gather data and support construction activities.
• Review fabrication drawings and RFIs for conformance with drawings and specs.
• Support repair/rehabilitation of existing structures including pipelines and vessels.
• Travel ~10% to other AdvanSix sites as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx Structure

Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis

STAAD

RISA

GT STRUDL

Job description

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.

Please view a short video about our company here, AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website at http://www.advansix.com

Why work at AdvanSix?

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being
• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join the capital projects engineering team at AdvanSix. This role involves providing structural engineering support for all phases of capital projects at chemical plants: initial planning and scoping, detailed engineering and design, and construction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structural engineering and design for steel structures, equipment supports (pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc.), pipe supports, pipe racks, concrete foundations for tanks / equipment, equipment pads, analysis of existing structures and foundations, underground piping, etc.
• Developing conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and material take-offs for estimating during project scoping
• Producing calculations, designs, specifications, scopes of work, engineering packages, sketches/drawings for procurement, bidding, and construction
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings, and other disciplines’ drawings for structural input
• Performing fieldwork to gather field data, check tie-ins, inspect / verify existing conditions, provide construction support, provide repair recommendations, etc.
• Providing assistance and direction to the design team to produce drawings suitable for bidding and construction purposes
• Reviewing fabrication drawings, requests for information (RFI), and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings, requirements, and specifications
• Structural engineering and design for repair and rehabilitation of existing steel and concrete structures, (pipe supports, vessel foundations, equipment supports, etc.)
• Some travel (10%) to other AdvanSix sites in Alabama, Pennsylvania, and within Virginia may be necessary

Required Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License (ability to obtain PA and VA licenses)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role at a chemical plant or similar industrial facility (power plant, refinery, paper/pulp, pharmaceutical, etc.)
• Working knowledge of AISC, ASCE, IBC, as well as federal and state regulations.

Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences:

• Strong communication skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-functional team environment
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles related to storm water, sanitary and process sewers, paving, walkways, and roads is a plus.
• Experience in 3D modeling utilizing software such as AutoCAD and/or CADWorx Structure software to create 3D models and drawings
• Experience with design software, such as Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, STAAD, RISA, GT STRUDL, etc.

Why AdvanSix?

• Innovative Projects: Work on a variety of challenging and impactful projects in a dynamic, industrial setting.
• Growth Opportunities: Take on leadership responsibilities with a clear path for professional development and advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is prioritized.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer competitive benefits and the flexibility to support both your professional and personal life.

The base salary range for this role is $76,000-$114,000 annually.

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.

Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.

The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only and not a guarantee of total compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance. All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of AdvanSix about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at AdvanSix via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of AdvanSix, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by AdvanSix for this position and a valid agreement with AdvanSix is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the AdvanSix agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.