Job Description
Job Title: Structural Engineer
Contract Duration : 6 Months
Location : Houston, TX
Work Type : Hybrid, US citizenship required
Job Summary : - Civil/Structural Engineer plans and conducts independent work in the Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) Engineering discipline within the Energy Business Unit, requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria
Job Dimensions :
A. Supervision Received: - Performs most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected.
- Receives technical guidance from Engineering Specialists or Supervisors on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed project plans.
B. Supervision Exercised - Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians, and others who assist in performing specific assignments.
C. Contacts: - Independently contacts vendor's representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information.
- Contacts client counterparts as directed.
Essential Job Duties : - Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for the Oil, Gas, and Chemicals Business Unit in the Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) Engineering discipline assigned to a project or staff group. Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice associated with civil site development design activities, but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and/or difficult coordination requirements.
- Performs work using client's Standard Application Programs and appropriate 2-D and 3-D Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD)tools.
- Plans, coordinates, or prepares work specifications, technical bid evaluations, and award recommendations for subcontracts or material requisitions associated with civil site development.
- Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between Civil Engineering and other engineering disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
- When delegated, assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing specific tasks.
- Assists in on-the-job training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations.
- Prepares letters to vendors and clients.
- Reviews civil site development deliverables and technical documentation produced by suppliers and subcontractors.
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals associated with civil site development.
- Performs or assists in the performance of problem analysis and original design associated with civil site development.
- Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts, and change orders associated with civil site development
- Reviews and checks the work of subordinate engineers associated with civil site development.
- Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
Job Knowledge: - Knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations.
- Experience in preparation and checking of civil site development design deliverables (concepts, drawings, calculations, and quantities) for site layout, site drainage, rough grading, finish grading, rigid and flexible pavements, railroad crossings, storm water and sanitary systems, fencing, underground utilities services and soil retention and stabilization structures.
- Understanding of the application of Engineering Department Procedures and relevant design guides. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
- Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design, including appropriate knowledge of 2-D and 3-D CADD, and relevant client's Standard Application Programs to perform the work.
- These include Bentley MicroStation, InRoads, CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, CivilStorm, Intergraph Smart3D, or equivalent applications currently in use in the industry.
- Understanding of engineering planning and control methods, including computerized methods.
- Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects, including basic construction practices and the economics involved.
- Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the Civil Engineering discipline, such as those developed by AASHTO, ACI, ASTM, Asphalt Institute, PCA etc.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Knowledge of Smartplant 3D is a plus
Basis Qualifications: - A recognized Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university with 6+ years of project experience
- A professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board, AND
- Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in allied types of engineering sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.
Benefits : - Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
- 401k Retirement Fund
About the Company:
Trusted engineering, construction, and project management partner serving Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear, Security & Environmental sectors. From planning to operations, we deliver impactful projects for industry and government, making a lasting difference globally.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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