Structural Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) - Grid

Sargent & Lundy is a leading engineering and design firm specializing in power transmission modifications and upgrades. The Structural Engineer 1 (Entry-Level) will apply their knowledge of materials and structural analysis to support client projects, including performing structural design, preparing specifications, and collaborating with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Directly apply knowledge of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
• Work on a wide range of power transmission modifications and upgrades to support client recommendations and reviews including creating calculations, document designs, and specifications
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of structural engineering issues
• Perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel structures, connections, concrete members, platforms, and foundations
• Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work
• Have direct interface with the client and communicate technical information
• Prepare technical specifications for structural materials
• Perform independent reviews of work completed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation
• Develop career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated 'Communities of Practice.'
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs

Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design
• Ability to communicate effectively with the client with appropriate level of technical detail
• Ability to perform occasional walk-downs and visit client sites to attend scoping meetings
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations
• Must be able to complete assignments within budget and schedule with a high degree of accuracy
• Technically knowledgeable of the practical application of structural engineering including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity
• Experience with the design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Proficiency with any of the following programs: MathCad, STAAD PRO, RISA 3D and RISA Floor
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
• EIT Certification

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

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