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Burns & McDonnell Structural Engineer - Substation (Houston/Austin) in Houston, Texas
Description
Design and analyze structural systems for substations, including steel support structures, structure foundations, equipment foundations, and control enclosure foundations, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ASCE, AISC, and ACI.
Develop detailed foundation construction drawings, construction specifications, and steel structure detail drawings.
Perform structural calculations and finite element analysis for steel structures.
Perform foundation structural calculations for shallow and deep foundations.
Analyze substation rigid bus and insulators based on client requirements and applicable codes and standards (ASCE, IEEE).
Coordinate with civil engineers to understand the grading design to incorporate with the foundation scope.
Lead and mentor assistant-level engineers in the execution of engineering tasks and project deliverables.
Coordinate with electrical engineers and other disciplines to ensure the integration of civil/structural designs with overall substation design.
Participate in the company's quality program for all engineering designs and packages prior to issuing to clients.
Actively coordinate with procurement, construction, and project managers to ensure successful EPC project delivery.
Provide construction support by reviewing and responding to RFIs submitted from the field.
Perform site visits for project kick-off meetings, site investigations, and scoping opportunities.
Prepare engineering reports, technical specifications, construction specifications, and material takeoffs.
Ensure projects comply with client requirements, utility standards, and applicable codes and regulations.
Manage project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
Or Bachelor’s degree in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited program, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
Master's Degree of Science degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.
Strong knowledge of 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 required.
Professional Engineering License preferred.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Structural Engineering
Primary Location US-TX-Houston
Other Locations US-TX-Austin
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Req ID: 260894
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D