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Audubon Companies · 4 months ago

Civil/Structural Engineer, Principal

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

Audubon Companies is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer, Principal to join their team in Houston, TX. The role involves performing advanced civil/structural engineering assignments, including preparing specifications, engineering sketches, and managing client relationships while ensuring projects meet quality and safety standards.

ConsultingEnergyRenewable Energy

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Independently prepare advanced level specifications for project assignments detailing client performance requirements, specific component needs, design requirements, applicable design codes, and vendor drawing requirements

Prepare engineering sketches, perform engineering calculations and develop analysis models for moderately complex project assignments

Prepare, review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications

Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors and other consultants

Set realistic expectations and ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and within budget

Adhere to company quality standards and follow engineering checking and approval procedures

Comply with all company and client health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations

Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions or incidents to your supervisor

Interact with drafting/design group to develop and review engineering drawings

Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions

Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications

Prepare inquiry and purchase requisitions as well as bid tabulations associated with equipment purchases

Perform checking of engineering drawings and mathematical calculations

Adhere to safe design practices, while focusing on identifying cost saving opportunities

Plan and manage workload, budgets and project resources, requesting assistance as necessary

Develop, review and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages

Assist in the development of internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures

Assess feasibility of projects by assessing materials, costs and time requirements, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering and advanced mathematics

Utilize complex and repetitive calculations

Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and/or construction schedules for projects

Analyze and examine different strategies, equations and applications to ensure appropriate procedures are applied and/or utilized

Resolve design and development issues

Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities

Compile discipline-specific man-hour estimates and Total Installed Cost estimates based on client provided project scope

Manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules associated with discipline-specific project scope

Assess challenges and potential risks of planned projects, including construction costs, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors

Undertake initiatives for risk management and appropriate steps to address it

Undertake technical and feasibility studies including site investigations

May lead large scope multi-discipline projects and manage day to day workflow within a group or project; may make assignments, distribute workload and establish work deadlines; reports to immediate supervisor regarding completion of work

Responsible for providing feedback to immediate supervisor regarding co-worker's performance and any work related issues, including those that might lead to disciplinary actions

Provide advice and assistance on work techniques, best practices, and subject matter expertise to co-workers

Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge as assigned, and adhere to regulations regarding PE sealing requirements specific to assigned projects

All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies' Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:

Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety

Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities

Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions

Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

Qualification

PE licenseCivil/Structural EngineeringSTADDSACSMAT 3DFoundation softwareStructural design codesTeamworkProblem-solvingEffective communicationProject management

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required

PE license required

Field experience required

Industry experience required

Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal

Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work related problems

Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as necessary

Ability to work in a team oriented environment

Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing

Ability to organize and direct a project to completion

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree from ABET Accredited Institution preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred

Minimum of 15 years of experience preferred

Large multi-discipline project lead engineer experience preferred

STADD, SACS, MAT 3D, Foundation software experience preferred

Working knowledge of the design of steel and concrete structures preferred

Working knowledge of structural design codes (AISC, ACI, API, IBC, etc.) preferred

Benefits

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

Company

Audubon Companies

Founded in 1997, Audubon Companies LLC provides EPC, consulting, fabrication, and field services to energy and industrial operators across the globe.

Founded in 1997

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.auduboncompanies.com

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