Bechtel Corporation · 9 hours ago
Senior Structural Designer, Natrium
Reston, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expBechtel Corporation is a leading engineering and construction company that has been delivering successful projects globally since 1898. They are seeking a Senior Structural Designer for the Natrium project, which involves the design development of structural engineering designs for an advanced nuclear reactor. The role requires collaboration with other designers and engineers to ensure high-quality deliverables in accordance with industry standards.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Originate and check Civil/Structural deliverables of high complexity, including structural steel design drawings
Originate and check Civil/Structural deliverables of high complexity, including structural concrete forming and reinforcing design drawings
Interpret and verify industry standards, guidelines, and codes for project deliverables
Report design quantities compared to estimated quantities
Work with CSA Group supervisor to plan, budget and schedule drawing and 3-D model deliverables within the discipline
Participate in project design/model reviews
Participate in constructability reviews
Review vendor information from subcontractors and integrate it into the design solution
Execute schedule requirements while maintaining a high degree of quality in work products
Coordinate closely with other technical disciplines in executing work as an integrated team
Qualification
Required
BS degree in a related field with 9 years of related design experience or AA/AS degree with 11 years of related design experience. In lieu of a degree, 15 years of related design experience
Must be a US Citizenship or Legal Resident
Experience in the use of Bechtel standard applications of CAD software
Experienced user of Tekla Structures
Must possess experience of Tekla Structures model exchange and interoperability with model tools such as Revit and Smart Plant (S3D)
Work experience should emphasize the civil/structural design of heavy industrial-type facilities. Must be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel
Familiar with the provisions of AISC, ACI, UBC, and OSHA codes. Knowledge of construction materials and construction details and techniques
Familiar with the methods of procurement and control of bulk materials
Knowledge of technical responsibilities of other disciplines associated with Facilities Design
Experience creating structural design drawings
Ability to independently execute the detailed design drawings of structural systems of high complexity
Thorough knowledge of engineering deliverables, such as drawings and specifications
Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally
Ability to resolve design issues with subordinates, other engineering disciplines, construction, and the client
Ability to issue a clear and concise direction to subordinate designers and drafters
Preferred
Experience in the structural design (steel and concrete) for Nuclear Quality and Safety Environment
AA in civil/structural engineering or engineering technology
Experience working with procedures meeting quality assurance programs such as ISO-9000.and /or NQA-1
Experience with the use or knowledge of MicroStation structural suite(s)
SmartPlant Construction field experience
Benefits
Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive
Programs to enhance our culture
Time to recharge
Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M
Leadership Team
Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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