Babcock & Wilcox · 2 months ago
Structural Rigging Engineer
Akron, OH (100)1200 East Market Street - Suite 650
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expBabcock & Wilcox is a company focused on engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Structural Rigging Engineer. This role is responsible for designing, analyzing, and evaluating rigging systems and ensuring compliance with safety standards during heavy lifting operations.
Electrical DistributionEnergyService Industry
Responsibilities
Design and develop rigging plans and lift studies for heavy lifting operations, including crane operations, hoisting systems, and specialized rigging equipment
Perform structural analysis and load calculations to ensure the safety and integrity of temporary lifting structures
Evaluate existing steel structures for new construction loads to ensure safety and integrity of existing system
Design and analyze safety tie-off systems for personnel
Prepare detailed technical documentation, including drawings, method statements, and risk assessments
Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, safety officers, and contractors to execute lifting operations
Identify potential hazards and recommend mitigation strategies
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, lifting technologies, and safety practices
Document lessons learned to improve group effectiveness
Perform all other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
3–7 years of experience in structural, civil, mechanical or rigging engineering, preferably in construction, oil & gas, or heavy industry
Strong knowledge of relevant standards and codes (e.g., ASME, AISC, ASCE, OSHA, etc)
Learn and apply company and industry standards and procedures
Apply sound engineering design principles to assigned tasks
Excellent critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills
Detail oriented, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be able to manage multiple contracts and projects/project teams
Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point
Must possess a strong safety and environmental culture utilizing human performance defenses
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent (preferred), or ability to obtain one
Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro) and CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Solidworks) is preferred but not required
Knowledge of lifting equipment, rigging gear, and crane operations preferred but not required
Company
Babcock & Wilcox
Babcock & Wilcox, based in Akron, Ohio, USA is a global leader in energy and environmental technologies and services for power, renewable and industrial markets.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$227.5MKey Investors
West Virginia Department of Economic DevelopmentAxos Bank
2025-11-05Post Ipo Equity· $67.5M
2024-12-10Grant· $10M
2024-01-18Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Cameron Frymyer
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Gillianne Hetrick
Senior Vice President Corporate Operations
Recent News
2026-01-20
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