Job Summary
The
Structural Engineer plays a hands-on role in designing elevated tanks and related structures, working closely with engineering, drafting, and field teams to deliver solutions that are both structurally sound and constructable in the field. This role spans from early concept through final construction, applying engineering fundamentals to large-scale structures where design decisions directly impact how the work is built in the field.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Provide engineering for large capacity, field erected storage tanks. Analyze/design steel plate and reinforced concrete structures. Interpret geotechnical reports to select and design complex foundations.
- Apply customer specifications, design standards, and building codes including: AWWA D107 & D100, IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC.
- Direct and oversee detailing work; prepare & seal calculations and drawings.
- Perform post-design services for troubleshooting and problem resolution.
- Provide specialist support and interact closely with other departments: QA/QC, Safety, Construction Operations, Project Management, Procurement.
- Work with estimators to prepare bid designs; review vendor submittals.
- Design construction equipment and systems; develop erection procedures.
- Design appurtenant structures in wood, masonry, structural and cold-formed steel.
Education- Bachelor Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
Experience Required- Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license, or ability to become a licensed PE/SE
- Minimum of five years of experience in a design engineer role for similar structures
- Practical knowledge of the construction of storage tank projects
- Working knowledge of codes & standards: AWWA, IBC, ASCE, ACI, and AISC
Qualifications Desired- Design-Build project experience
- Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software
- Practical knowledge of the fabrication of storage tanks
- Proficiency with drafting software including AutoCAD/Inventor
