Structural Engineer

Black Diamond Networks; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Diamond Networks seeks a Civil/Structural Engineer to perform planning and design for power plant projects. You will develop plans, drawings, specifications, and seismic analyses, while coordinating with utilities and other disciplines.

Strong writing and communication skills are essential, with on-site design verification and field support as needed. The role requires a bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency with FEA tools, Mathcad,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 3–5 years progressively more responsible pertinent experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge in mechanics, hydraulics, materials science, and statistics.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Experience with engineering software such as Mathcad or Matlab.
• Prior use of Finite Element Analysis software and/or analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and teamwork while being self-motivated.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic design and analysis of concrete, steel structures, and supports, including seismic analysis.
• Develop 3-D analytical models using FEA techniques and response spectra.
• Assist in developing design and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
• Manage tasks for cost, schedule, quantity, and budget control.
• Prepare and verify on-site designs, field walkdowns, and installation support.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-starter

Technical writing

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

Mathcad

MATLAB

FEA software

Job description

This position will perform a broad range of planning and design for civil and structural projects at power plants for today's leading energy providers. Duties will include the development of plans, construction drawings, specifications, design computations, and reports. The position will be technically involved in detailed design work, coordination of civil and non-civil designs on multi-discipline projects, coordination with utilities and municipalities, as well as resolution of design issues that may include site support to perform field investigations, installation support, and as-built documentation.

Major Duties / Responsibilities:

• Basic design and analysis of concrete, steel structures, heavy load components and other equipment supports. Work includes conceptual studies, cost and planning studies, design calculations, specification development, and seismic analysis.
• Develop 3-D analytical models utilizing FEA analysis techniques and response spectra seismic analysis.
• Assist with the development of design and construction drawings.
• Ensures effective communication among other engineering disciplines.
• Ensures effective management of assigned tasks for cost, schedule, quantity and budget control of assigned tasks.
• Preparing and verifying designs on site including creation of as-built drawings, field walk downs, and installation support.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 3-5 years progressively more responsible pertinent experience.
• Knowledge of civil/structural engineering, including a strong foundational knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, materials science, and statistical analysis.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Knowledge of engineering-based programs, such as Mathcad or Matlab.
• Must have previous experience with Finite Element Analysis software and/or analysis techniques.
• Successful applicants will possess good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment while being a self-starter.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.