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Description
A Staff Structural Engineer will perform various phases of planning, proposal preparation, evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of construction documentation as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects, with a focus on transmission tower projects in a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
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Assist in the execution of various structural project designs, including but not limited to, PLS-Tower modeling, FEM structure modeling, analysis, reinforcement design, new construction and retrofit work.
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Assist in the development of man-hour estimates, schedules, and project budgets for proposal response and project execution.
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Assist in the development of project deliverables. This includes conceptual designs through detailed design.
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Develop drawings for production work, including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.
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Execute a variety of structural design assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, commercially available software, industry-specific software, drawing sequence and presentation, sizing of components, and refining rough sketches for CAD development.
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Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
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Analyze reports, maps, drawings, tests, and other structural-related data to plan and design projects.
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Responsible for incorporating design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
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Review design drawings for quality assurance within scope, budget and schedule.
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Review schedules, budgets, and project criteria to inform civil design and layouts.
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Organize and maintain all revisions of the project 3D model, drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical, well-structured manner.
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Participate in the structural design Quality Review process. Includes back-checking drawings, models & components, and review of shop drawings using the model.
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All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
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Or Bachelor's Degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
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Master's Degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.
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Strong knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
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Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
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Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
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Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA-3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
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Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
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Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.
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This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
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EEO/Disabled/Veterans
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Job Structural Engineering
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Primary Location US-TX-Houston
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Schedule: Full-time
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Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
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Req ID: 261061
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Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D
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