On-Board Engineering is hiring a Structural Engineer in Hopewell, VA!Subject Line: Position and State Located
Position Details: Position Type: Full Time
Job Location: Hopewell, VA (with hybrid flexibility and occasional travel to other sites)
Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401k
Compensation: $50 - $65/hr, depending on experience and qualifications
Background and Drug Screenings RequiredJob Summary:We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join the capital projects engineering team. This role involves providing structural engineering support for all phases of capital projects at chemical plants: initial planning and scoping, detailed engineering and design, and construction.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Structural engineering and design for steel structures, equipment supports (pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc.), pipe supports, pipe racks, concrete foundations for tanks / equipment, equipment pads, analysis of existing structures and foundations, underground piping, etc.
- Developing conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and material take-offs for estimating during project scoping
- Producing calculations, designs, specifications, scopes of work, engineering packages, sketches/drawings for procurement, bidding, and construction
- Reviewing and checking vendor drawings, and other disciplines' drawings for structural input
- Performing fieldwork to gather field data, check tie-ins, inspect / verify existing conditions, provide construction support, provide repair recommendations, etc.
- Providing assistance and direction to the design team to produce drawings suitable for bidding and construction purposes
- Reviewing fabrication drawings, requests for information (RFI), and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings, requirements, and specifications
- Some travel (10%) to other sites in Alabama, Pennsylvania, and within Virginia may be necessary
Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in structural engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role at a chemical plant or similar industrial facility (power plant, refinery, paper/pulp, pharmaceutical, etc.)
Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences: - Strong communication skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- PE License or EIT Certification
- Ability to work independently and in a multi-functional team environment
- Experience in 3D modeling utilizing software such as AutoCAD and/or CADWorx Structure software to create 3D models and drawings
- Experience with design software, such as Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, STAAD, RISA, GT STRUDL, etc.
