Structural Engineer - Food & Beverage (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design teams across diverse facilities from concept through construction. You will develop budgets, coordinate with field teams, and manage change orders while mentoring engineers and ensuring QA/QC across multiple CAD tools.

The role requires ABET accreditation, 7+ years of structural experience, and FE/PE credentials preferred; travel is required for site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
• 7 years structural engineering experience; EPC project experience preferred.
• Or FE with 7 years experience; EPC preferred.
• Master's with 6 years experience; EPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design from conceptual to design completion.
• Prepare specifications, data sheets, RFQs, and bid summaries.
• Review vendor drawings and interface with suppliers and other disciplines.
• Manage project schedule, scope, budget, staffing, and change orders.
• Provide QA/QC and coordinate field inspections and testing.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead discipline design for large projects.
• Develop cost proposals, qualifications, and project budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Mentoring

Project collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.E./B.S. in Structural Engineering

FE exam accomplished

M.S. in Structural Engineering (optional)

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD software expertise

Job description

Description

The Senior Structural Engineer will lead structural design 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 Senior Structural Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Lead structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare structural equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review structural vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
• Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
• Applies expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
• Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions.
• Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of materials.
• Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
• Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the structural engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 7 years structural engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred required.
• Or, bachelor's degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 7 years structural engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred required.
• Or, master's degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years structural engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred. Required.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of structural design codes (e.g., IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE7). Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.
• Preferred Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Compensation

$95,000.00-155,000.00 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.

Job

Structural Engineering

Primary Location

US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations

US-CT-Wallingford, US-WI-Madison, US-CO-Denver, US-GA-Atlanta

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID

263673

Job Hire Type

Experienced #GFS