Burns & McDonnell

Staff Structural Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Wallingford, CT)

Burns & McDonnell$105K — $155K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program with 3 years' experience, or a related Engineering Technology degree with FE exam and 3 years' experience, or a Master's Degree with 2 years' experience.
  • Strong knowledge of structural engineering techniques, principles, and industry standards.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Analytical and critical thinking abilities with a quantitative problem-solving approach.
  • Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., RISA 3D, AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE) and BIM tools (Revit, Tekla).
  • Strong attention to detail and collaborative work habits.
  • EIT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural design from conceptual phase to completion for various facility types.
  • Modify and review production drawings for diverse projects like power plants and healthcare facilities.
  • Design structural components tailored to project specifications.
  • Research and compile data as instructed by project managers.
  • Update and verify corrections in CAD software for accuracy.
  • Prepare information for client presentations and contract administration.
  • Conduct field inspections and measurements for client projects.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid time off and wellness programs.
  • Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Eligibility for 401(k) retirement program.
  • Supportive resources to help employees focus on their work.
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world-class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects, including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.
  • Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Design structural components to meet project needs and requirements set forth by the project managers.
  • Applies strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
  • Research and compile project-related data as required by the project managers.
  • Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD-related software.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, governmental, and military facilities.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • Or Bachelor Degree Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program, successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • Master Degree of Science degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

Compensation

$105,000.00-155,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Structural Engineering

Primary Location US-CT-Wallingford

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263412

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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