Structural Engineer 5- Industrial- US Hybrid Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Black & Veatch - Ann Arbor, MI

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Ann Arbor, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Structural Engineer at Black & Veatch, you will play a pivotal role in leading and performing engineering analysis and design for a variety of structures, particularly within industrial settings. This position offers the opportunity to develop project budgets and schedules while fostering relationships with clients at power generating facilities. You will be part of a dynamic team that supports multiple market sectors, including Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. Your contributions will be essential in executing complex structural analysis, preparing sketches and drawings, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. In this role, you will supervise Structural Engineers and Technicians, guiding them in the preparation of structural drawing packages, calculations, and specifications. You will be responsible for leading larger production teams and serving as the responsible charge for projects, ensuring that all engineering standards and codes are adhered to. Your responsibilities will also include performing construction phase engineering duties, such as site visits and responding to contractor inquiries, as well as managing project administrative tasks to monitor progress against budget and schedule. The position requires a proactive approach to continuous improvement and resource management, allowing you to lead moderately complex projects with construction values of up to $100 million. You will provide technical guidance to others and support the development and maintenance of engineering standards, contributing to the overall success of the team and the company.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex structural analysis and perform calculations for the design of industrial facilities and other complex structures.
• Prepare sketches and drawings for structural designs.
• Collaborate with process and systems engineers on multi-disciplinary design projects, ensuring effective communication and planning.
• Supervise Structural Engineers and Technicians in the preparation of structural drawing packages, calculations, and specifications.
• Lead larger production teams and serve as the responsible charge for projects.
• Travel to client sites during project development to collaborate with stakeholders, with estimated travel up to 10%.
• Perform construction phase engineering duties, including site visits, responding to RFIs, and reviewing contractor submittals.
• Manage project administrative tasks, including preparation of design fee estimates and monitoring progress against budget and schedule.
• Provide guidance on department design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and provide direction to others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
• Professional registration or licensure in the designated home office country, or in active pursuit of such registration.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in highly integrated industrial and/or manufacturing projects such as food products, animal feed, and consumer products.
• Proficiency with non-structural software packages such as Bluebeam, ProjectWise, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Familiarity with the latest editions of the International Building Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC Steel Construction Manual.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as RISA 3D, STAADPro, or SAP 2000.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits starting from day one.
• Flexible work schedules and a hybrid work environment.
• Paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401k plan.
• Adoption reimbursement and tuition reimbursement.
• Vendor discounts and an employment referral program.
• AD&D insurance and pre-taxed accounts.
• Voluntary legal plan and access to the B&V Credit Union.
• Eligibility for a performance-based bonus program.