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Kiewit · 2 days ago

Sr Structural Engineer - Temporary Works - Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $165K/yr

15+ years exp

Kiewit is a leading construction and engineering firm, and they are seeking a highly experienced Structural Engineer to join their Temporary Works Group. The role involves innovative design engineering, supporting construction processes, and ensuring safety through effective design and risk management.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop drawings and calculations for temporary works and construction methods including:

Heavy lift plans (site logistics, equipment selection, geometry/feasibility studies, design of custom rigging and lifting devices, hoisting and jacking systems, custom tools, and crane pad / working surface designs)

Erection procedures or planned sequences related to construction or demolition operations

Evaluation of existing structures for construction loads and/or demolition planning

Structural analysis to ensure stability during the temporary condition of new bridges, viaducts, buildings, tunnels, and other structures (for example: construction staging, design of temporary falsework systems, and rebar cage hoisting and support)

Support of excavation systems or cofferdams for construction below grade

Temporary bridges, trestles, work platforms, fall protection systems, formwork, and other features relating to our construction operations

Perform and/or review others’ calculations and design drawings, according to industry codes, standards, additional client design criteria, and structural theories

Ensure quality and accuracy of the design deliverables

Help to identify design risks and assist with risk mitigation planning

Assist in Project Management (budgets, schedules, quality control, and coordination / communication with clients)

Other responsibilities include: Project on-site design engineering support, on-site inspections, training and mentoring E.I.T.’s, etc

Qualification

Temporary structures engineeringStructural analysisProfessional Engineer licensureEngineering design softwareCivilStructural Engineering degreeInter-personal skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkOrganizational skills

Required

Experience with temporary structures and/or construction engineering is key - could be in any single or a variety of different industries

Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

15+ years of relevant engineering experience

Professional Engineer licensure or eligibility within the United States

Strong all-around academic knowledge of structural engineering

Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage; this includes AutoCAD, BlueBeam, MathCAD, Navisworks, RISA-3D etc

Experience with working in a team setting

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with individuals at all levels of the organization

Strong inter-personal skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment

Ability to organize and handle multiple project assignments

Ability to travel/TDY assignments and/or relocate based on business needs

Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments

Regular, reliable attendance

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required

Preferred

Master's degree or greater in Structural Engineering

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Company

Kiewit

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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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