Senior Civil Strutural Engineer

Thyssenkrupp · Houston

Apply on the company website

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA combines unique technical expertise and decades of global experience in the engineering, procurement, construction and service of chemical plants. We develop innovative chemical processes and products for a more sustainable future and thus contribute to the long-term success of our customers in almost all areas of the chemical industry. Our portfolio includes leading technologies for the production of basic chemicals, fertilizers and polymers as well as value-chains for the energy transition and sustainable chemicals.

Position Overview:

The Senior Civil Structural Engineer is responsible for the execution of structural engineering and design documents according to project budget, schedule and quality. Reports in a strong matrix organization to the Lead Structural Engineer and to the Engineering Manager for the project.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interacts with a group of engineers and designers providing technical direction primarily at a project level. Projects will primarily be located in North America and may be green or brown field. Project personnel may be located at the same office location, or remotely in other time zones and may also not be direct employees.
• Ability to perform duties of responsible engineer over engineering work under supervision, including sealing of contract documents when required. Documents required to be sealed may be, but not limited to: engineering specifications for foundations and structural engineering, piling arrangements, foundation arrangements, foundation drawings, anchor bolt layouts, structural arrangements, and compressor foundations.
• Sets priorities and reconciles conflicting interests over the duration of a project.
• Demonstrates through their actions an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities.
• Viewed as a technical resource on communicating to project team members and vendors regarding discipline expertise and guidance .

Lead Function Responsibilities:

• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work for a project.
• Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.

Required Knowledge/ Skills, Education and Experience:

• BS or MS in Civil or Structural Engineering with emphasis on structural steel and concrete design.
• 12+ years minimum civil structural engineering experience in the industry. (MS degree may count toward 1 year of work experience).
• Structural engineering experience in the power, petrochemical, heavy industrial, chemical plants and heavy industrial process industry. Additional industries may be considered based on experience gained.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license.
• Ability to promptly obtain additional P.E. licenses and/ or registrations as needed for business.
• Ability to operate as Designated Professional (or similar depending on jurisdiction) as necessary for business or organizational needs.
• Continual maintenance of professional registrations obtained.
• Holds NCEES record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Knowledge/ Skills, and Experience:

• E. License in Canada.
• Experience in module design.
• Meets Model Law Engineer requirements.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) holder.
• Construction field experience.

Additional Qualifications:

• Interprets, organizes, executes and coordinates engineering assignments on a project level.
• Assures all engineering work is carried out in accordance with tk Uhde technical standards and procedures, and applicable governmental regulations.
• Fully versed in the operation of the structural engineering discipline, and maintains an advanced level of understanding for how engineering concepts are applied to solve problems.
• Assists upper level management as well as other engineering disciplines as required.
• Supervises the preparation and review of design drawings, calculations, visual aids, technical specifications/data sheets for complex structural systems.
• Familiar with the standard engineering office computer software including Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Power Point.
• Knowledge and use of ACAD, TEKLA, STAAD pro, MAT3D, Navisworks is preferred.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements 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.

thyssenkrupp Uhde USA recognizes and appreciates the exceptional quality of its employees. We are proud to offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. Employees of tkIS USA receive a variety of financial and personal job benefits. The suite of benefits offered is meant as a supplement to your financial package and adds to your total compensation. Below is a brief summary of benefits which are available to all fulltime employees:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• STD/LTD - Company Paid
• FSA & HSA
• Voluntary Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness
• Identity Theft Protection
• 401(k) Plan
• Roth IRA
• Supplemental Life & ADD
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

More jobs at Thyssenkrupp · Software Engineering jobs in Houston