Title:Civil/Structural Designer
KBR is seeking a Civil Structural Designer with 3+ years of industrial project experience to support the design and delivery of complex facilities. The successful candidate will independently develop high-quality civil and structural design deliverables, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and support projects from concept through construction.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Develop detailed civil, structural, and architectural drawings for industrial facilities (concrete, steel, foundations, equipment supports, pipe racks, platforms, buildings).
- Produce Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages in accordance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Prepare and maintain structural design calculations, material take-offs, and design documentation.
- Develop construction specifications, scopes of work, and design deliverables supporting procurement and construction.
- Support field investigations, site walks, and condition assessments; develop repair plans and recommendations based on field findings.
- Coordinate design activities with civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and process disciplines.
- Interface with engineers, project managers, and clients to resolve technical issues and ensure constructability.
- Apply industry codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, OSHA, IBC, local codes) to design work.
- Support design reviews, model reviews, and drawing checks to ensure quality and compliance.
- Mentor junior designers and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
- 3+ years of experience as a Civil Structural Designer in industrial environments (oil & gas, chemicals, power, manufacturing, LNG, hydrogen, or similar).
- Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with 3D design tools (e.g., SmartPlant, AVEVA E3D, Revit, Tekla) strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of steel and concrete design detailing, foundations, and industrial structures.
- Experience supporting projects through detailed design and construction phases.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and vendor drawings.
- Strong understanding of constructability, field execution considerations, and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Decarbonization - Energy Transition - Sustainability
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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