Senior Structural Engineer

Title: Sr. Structural Engineer

Location: Houston, TX, US, 77056

Department: Manufacturing & Technology

Job Description:

Requisition ID: 296682

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Houston, TX

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Project Overview:

Bechtel’s Manufacturing & Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing and building an Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Manufacturing Facility located at Generation Park in Houston, TX. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world

Job Summary:

In this role you will perform complex structural engineering tasks to produce design and estimates for projects within the Manufacturing and Technology Business Unit. You will develop, evaluate, or modify design, drawings, specifications and requisitions for foundations, concrete and structural steel superstructure and associated components and and other structural works under the supervision of a senior Engineer or Engineering Group Supervisor. #LI-ME1

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates in the design, development and modification of Structural components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)​.
• Designs structures using knowledge of structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering
• Determines the appropriate use of various structural elements such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete to ensure appropriate material is used based on load or stress requirements
• Originates and checks structural engineering deliverables, such as steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions
• Analyzes problems with conflicting design requirements, sketches ideas and possible solutions
• Analyzes and reports on the suitability of unconventional materials, techniques and/or difficult coordination requirements
• Assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs for proposals, forecasts, and change orders
• Completes Civil/Structural documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance​
• Provides assistance to project and construction management in identifying and complying with project Civil/Structural requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience​

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Career-level position within field​
• Considered skilled and proficient in discipline​
• Professional with an understanding of area of specialization, resolves a wide range of issues

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.