Jobs · Information Technology · Louisiana

Lead Structural Engineer 2 - Grid

Sargent & Lundy · Metairie, LA · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$135k–$206k/yrFull-time

About the role

This position offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design. You will work on a diverse range of projects, including power transmission modifications and upgrades, and will be part of a dynamic engineering and design team.

Responsibilities

  • Create calculations, design documents, and specifications for various projects.
  • Perform structural analysis and detailed design of steel frames, connections, concrete members, equipment, and foundations.
  • Develop integrated structural designs and perform supporting calculations.
  • Communicate technical information to clients and provide support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Review and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
  • Conduct independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
  • Coordinate with other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
  • Develop career opportunities through peer-learning and sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers.
  • Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and to substation locations for construction coordination and field verification of designs.

Requirements

  • A BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background in behavior of materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
  • 12 or more years of experience as a practicing structural engineer, preferably on project teams working on the design and upgrade of electrical substations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients with appropriate technical detail.
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Technical knowledge of practical applications of structural engineering, including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
  • Proficiency with design software such as MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, and RISA Floor.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • BSCE or MSCE from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
  • 12+ years of experience as a practicing structural engineer.
  • Strong academic background in materials, structural analysis, structural steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Technical knowledge of practical applications of structural engineering, including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
  • Proficiency with design software such as MathCad, STAAD PRO, SAP2000, SAFE, RISA 3D, and RISA Floor.
  • Familiarity with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Skills

  • Knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in structural analysis and design software.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
  • Experience in writing and providing support documentation for structural engineering calculations.
  • Technical knowledge of practical applications of structural engineering, including analysis for structural supports, loads, and design integrity.
  • Experience with design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days remote.
  • Generous relocation package.
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance, disability coverage, EAP, back-up daycare, FSA/HSA, 401(k), pre-tax commuter account, merit scholarship program, employee discount program, corporate charitable giving program, and tuition assistance.
  • First professional licensure bonus and employee referral bonus.
  • Paid annual personal/sick time (PST), paid vacation, paid holidays, paid parental leave, paid bereavement leave, and flexible work arrangements.
  • Competitive, award-winning benefits package.

Pay

$134,546 - $205,557

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days remote.

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