Junior Structural Engineer, Tank DesignCompany: Cashman Preload Cryogenics
Location: Quincy, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Structural Engineering Manager
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Position Summary The Junior Structural Engineer, Tank Design supports the design of CPC's refrigerated and cryogenic gas storage tanks. Under the direction of senior engineering staff, the position prepares calculations, drawings, and design documents for precast, prestressed concrete tanks and related steel, foundation, and containment elements.
This is an entry level engineering role for recent graduates and engineers with up to three years of experience. The role is based in the Quincy, MA office, with occasional travel to project sites to see the work being built.
Key Responsibilities - Prepare design calculations for tank structural, foundation and containment elements under the direction of senior engineers.
- Develop and check design drawings, details and specifications for precast, prestressed concrete tanks and associated steel components.
- Produce 2D and 3D drafting in AutoCAD, Plant 3D and Tekla.
- Apply the codes and standards that govern refrigerated and cryogenic storage tank design, including API 620, API 625 and ACI 376.
- Perform structural analysis by hand calculation and with software, including STAAD and RAM.
- Build and maintain design spreadsheets and models, and document assumptions, inputs, and results so the work can be checked.
- Contribute to writing and maintaining project and design specifications.
- Support senior engineers during design reviews, and incorporate review comments and revisions accurately.
- Help prepare responses to RFIs and field questions on design documents for review and approval by senior engineering staff.
- Coordinate with estimating, procurement, and construction teams on material quantities, constructability, and design changes.
- Review vendor and fabricator submittals and shop drawings against the design documents.
- Keep current approved design documents and revision records in document control.
- Visit project sites as needed to observe construction and learn how designs are built in the field.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in civil, structural or mechanical engineering. A master's degree in structural engineering is a plus.
- 0 to 3 years of engineering experience. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply, and internships or co-ops in structural design or construction are preferred.
- Coursework or experience in reinforced or prestressed concrete design, steel design or structural analysis.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or plans to obtain it, preferred.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, STAAD and RAM preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
- Strong attention to detail, clear written and verbal communication, and openness to having work checked and corrected.
- Authorization to work in the United States full-time.
Physical Requirements - Work at a computer for extended periods.
- Read drawings, specifications and models in close detail.
- During site visits, walk active construction sites on uneven ground and climb stairs and ladders while wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment - Office setting in Quincy, MA.
- Occasional visits to active construction sites, where a hard hat, protective clothing and other required personal protective equipment are worn.
Work Schedule - Full-time, exempt position based in the Quincy, MA office.
- Monday through Friday.
- Occasional travel to project sites as needed.
Pre-Employment Requirements - Successful completion of company background-check requirements and project drug screening when required for site access.
Compensation - The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 per year. Placement within the range depends on experience and qualifications.
Benefits - Benefits eligibility begins after 30 days of employment.
- Medical coverage through Cigna, with a choice of an HRA plan or an HSA-eligible plan, and the company paying 85% of the premium.
- Annual opt-out payment for employees who waive company medical coverage and show proof of other coverage.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Voluntary dental, vision, life, long-term disability and accident insurance.
- 401(k) plan through Fidelity with automatic enrollment and a discretionary company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
