Job Details
Structural Engineer
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world.
Our specialized experience includes design for Industrial manufacturing, chemical process, food and beverage, central utility systems, science and technology, clean energy, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, and more.
Job Summary:
The Structural Engineer will support the delivery of 2D and 3D engineering & design packages for projects from various markets and industries. We focus on the heavy industrial market cement & lime plants, paper mills, chemical plants, sand & aggregate plants, steel mills, oil & gas processing, building products (roofing, asphalt, insulation, gypsum; etc.) and other manufacturing plants. This role involves steel and concrete engineering & design work, executing the development of engineering & design deliverables from start to finish.
The role also involves defining and implementing continuous improvement of the design development processes, leading other engineers & designers in small project teams, participation in quality reviews, coordination with other engineering disciplines on projects, and client interactions.
Responsible to: Discipline Manager/Project Manager
Internal relationships: Designers, Engineers & Project managers
External relationships: Clients, subcontractors, vendors
Office hours: M-F, 8:00am 5:00pm
Essential Functions and Duties
- Grow, learn, and innovate
- Provide the engineering & design of industrial plant civil & structural projects including heavy concrete foundations (deep and shallow), fabricated steel structures, platforms & stair towers, metal buildings, grading & drainage elements
- Ensure structural engineering services meet the needs of our clients as well as the overall project scope, schedule, and budget requirements
- Ensure development of consistent and high-quality project deliverables
- Ensure that our structural steel and concrete designs conform to industry standard and code requirements
- Coordinate structural engineering elements with other disciplines
- Listen to clients needs and independently provide value by developing and evaluating options based upon project success factors
- Communicate engineering recommendations to our clients, project teams, construction contractors, and vendors in presentations, site meetings, virtual meetings, via email and/or phone
- Able to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism and customer service
- Develop and refine structural engineering methodologies, tools, and standards
- Meet critical deadlines and demonstrate the ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
- Stay abreast of relevant industry developments and technology advancements
- Mentor team members to develop additional strengths and competencies within the group
- Field work requires experience and confidence working in and around heavy industrial equipment, systems, and conditions as required
Requirements:
- You have a growth mindset
- You are highly motivated, self-driven, and capable of working in a semi-independent manner using critical thinking
- Familiar with structural steel and concrete engineering industry standards of practice
- Experience executing multi-discipline designs with an integrated approach
- 5+ years of industry experience with an engineering firm, construction firm, or equipment manufacturer
- Bachelor s Science Civil or Structural Engineering or Ocean Engineering
- Master s Science Civil or Structural Engineering is a plus
- Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain PE registration within 2 years
Skills/abilities:
- Engineering & Design Software:
- STAAD-Pro or RAM Elements or RISA experience required
- BIM360, Navisworks, and Bluebeam experience a major plus
- Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and Advanced Steel experience a plus
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Experience interpreting general arrangement drawings to identify the project s structural scope
- Ability to interpret geotechnical reports, create foundation drawings and location plans, structural steel plan & elevation drawings, anchor bolt schedules, and review steel shop drawings
- Ability to create 3D structural models
- Ability to read and understand orthographic drawings
- Ability to create 2D orthographic drawings from models for communication of a design
- Ability to interpret and apply technical specifications
- Ensure all designs meet industry standards such as IBC, AISC, ACI, and OSHA
- Ability to interpret and ensure conformance to applicable standards and codes, as well as company policies and procedures
- Review and quality control of engineering design calculations, structural drawing packages and specifications
- Ability to perform site condition assessments and submit inspection reports & repair recommendations
- Ability to work with 3D scanner point clouds as part of the design process is a plus
- Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills both internally and with clients
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to recognize discrepancies
Location: Richardson, TX
Travel: Work will involve travel to clients' facilities, usually local area; up to 10% of the time.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.