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Structural Engineer

Worleyparsons

Structural Engineer

Anchorage, AK
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Structural Engineer ** Summary: **This position provides engineering project leadership and/or discipline support for various projects by researching, specifying, developing, designing, engineering, or testing components, equipment and/or systems. Positions available in both Anchorage, Alaska and Gulfport, Mississippi offices. ** Essential Duties and Responsibilities: ** Other duties may be assigned. **** Researches and analyzes data such as client design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application. Works with clients to develop a projects scope of work, estimates, and/or schedules. Reviews and approves project drawings, standards and specifications. Develops major equipment and material selection, and construction specifications. Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks. Ensures that all assigned activities and operations comply with applicable codes, regulations and laws. Provides support during fabrication and installation phases to ensure engineering documents are followed. Coordinates activities with other project disciplines involved in fabrication, operation, application, and installation or repair of various materials, products or systems. Provides technical direction, support and information to other engineers, designers and drafters. Consistently demonstrates professional skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, communications, operational efficiencies, handling of a clients changing needs, decision making, and analyzing and solving problems. Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project. Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data. Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for project. Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards. Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents. More senior individuals will have engineering experience including arctic civil/structural design and application of IBC, AWS, ASCE, AISC and national fire codes. ** ** ** General Requirements: ** Must be a self-motivated team player with the ability to prioritize work. Must be able to pursue business objectives with energy, drive and initiative. Must be able to work effectively with a minimum of supervision or support. Must be able to balance multiple activities while still paying a great deal of attention to detail. Must be able to understand how basic business work processes interact. Must be dedicated to understanding and exceeding the expectations and needs of clients. Must be able to build positive relationships with clients and others. Monitors compliance with client criteria as well as all state and national codes and regulations. Ensures that all assigned activities and operations comply with applicable regulations and laws. Certain positions may require an Alaska Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. ** Competency: ** To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: **__ Analytical **__ Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. **__ Design **__ Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. **__ Problem Solving **__ Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. **__ Technical Skills **__ Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. **__ Interpersonal **__ Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. **__ Oral Communication **__ Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. **__ Team Work **__ Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports others efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of other team members. **__ Written Communication **__ Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. **__ Strategic Thinking **__ Develops strategies to achieve long-term success. **__ Safety and Security **__ Observes safety and security procedures. ** Qualifications: ** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ** Education/Experience: ** Bachelor of Science degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited institution required. Minimum one (1) year directly related experience required. Alaska SE License required. North Slope, Arctic, Canadian, Cold Regions, Offshore Structures, Telecom Infrastructures, Fire Protection and/or Petroleum Industry project experience is preferred but not required. ** Language Skills: ** Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management and client. ** Mathematical Skills: ** Comprehend and apply principles of calculus, modern algebra and statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs and theorems. Ability to apply mathematical operations to work projects. ** Reasoning Ability: ** Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with non-verbal symbols (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in the most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. ** Computer Skills: ** Possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, word processing software; Excel spreadsheet software; Outlook e-mail software; and any other discipline- specific design or analysis software, as required. ** Certificates and Licenses: ** Prefer a candidate that has obtained their Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) status.. ** Supervisory Responsibilities: ** This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities. ** Work Environment: ** The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to travel and work in a remote location overnight or longer, including the north slope of Alaska. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals and adverse outdoor weather conditions. The employee is expected to abide by all required safety regulations, behaviors and conditions, as required at the local or remote work locations. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. ** Physical Demands: ** The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally exposed to severe outside weather conditions and perhaps the risk of electrical shock. The noise level is usually quiet. FLSA Status: Exempt Equal Opportunity Employer/NANA Shareholder Preference **Primary Location: **US-AK-Anchorage **Work Locations: ** **Job: **Engineering/Design **Organization: **NANA WorleyParsons **Closing Date: **Ongoing **Shift: **Day Job

  • Industry
    Architecture and Planning