Principal Structural Engineer

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Responsibilities

Advanced knowledge within the Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Architectural discipline with the capabilities and the initiative to design structures independently

Design shallow and deep foundations

Design underground concrete vaults and tunnels

Design slab reinforcement for a variety of loading conditions

Design individual pipe supports and pipe rack type structures

Design steel structures such as access platforms including ladder and stair details, trusses, two-legged bents and four-legged support towers

Develop a variety of structural connections including unique connections caused by field interferences

Capable of interpreting and designing from a variety of different domestic and foreign structural building design codes

Strong understanding of multiple types of structural analysis software packages

Have an understanding of civil design systems

Confidence and creative initiative to solve difficult problems and develop discipline specific arrangements

Manage his or her own time, as well as those they are supervising, to stay within the project allotted budget

Perform as a Design Lead for small discipline projects which may include managing up to several engineers and designers per project

Interfacing with clients in business development roles during scope and proposal development phases of a new project or as required

Capable of developing structural design manhour estimates and work completion schedules

Review vendor concrete reinforcement and structural steel shop fabrication drawings

Develop and review project specifications

Develop structural construction scope of work documents

Mentor less senior engineers

Possess professional registration

Verify field conditions, constructability of designs, and assist in resolving problems during field construction

May be required to participate in short- or long-term field assignments

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering or Architecture

15+ years of experience working as a Civil or Structural Engineer, or Architect in the Process Industrial or Power industries.

Must hold professional registrations (SE, PE)

Advanced knowledge of Civil/Structural Engineering or Architectural design

Strong Microsoft Office software skills

Knowledgeable of AutoCAD software

Knowledgeable with Risa-3D and STAADPro analysis software

Possess report writing skills to create structural evaluation reports of existing facilities

Intermediate understanding of other discipline workflow and how all departments work together to complete projects

Strong oral and written communication skills

Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

$125,000 - $200,000 a year Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.

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