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Lead Structural Engineer

houston, tx • Posted 3 days ago
Onsite Contract Engineering

We are seeking a Structural Lead Engineer to lead and manage a global team of Structural Engineers & designers/3D modelers for detail engineering of fast-paced LNG projects, with 7 – 10 years' experience in a lead position.

Job Knowledge

  • Experience in Structural design of an assigned scope of work for an LNG onshore project.
  • Work involves independent design or directing technical work of vendors/contractors, applying standard design details per ACI, AISC, PIP, OSHA and/or client safety standards, applicable codes, and industry standards which form the basis of design.
  • Will assist or review the cost estimates and quantity take-offs for ongoing projects, proposals, forecasts, and change-orders.
  • Shall provide technical guidance to contractors/vendors.

Responsibilities

  • Review the work of engineers and designers developing engineering and design documents for Piling & Foundation and Module & Stick Built Steel Pipe Racks/Structures as needed for the project.
  • Reviewing, monitoring, and ensuring compliance requirements are met for the design (e.g. Standards, specifications, and local codes and regulations etc.)
  • Regularly performs reviews of vendor documents to ensure specifications and data sheet requirements are met.
  • Leads a group of 15 ~ 20 Engineers & Designers/3D Modelers.
  • Develops and leads others in ways of improving the design and lowering cost.
  • Considers multiple solutions and makes good decisions based on good data analysis.
  • Manages several different assignments simultaneously.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering minimum required.
  • 10-18 years' minimum relevant experience in refining and petrochemical industry, LNG Project, preferably with EPC experience and 7 ~ 10 years in a lead position.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer with NCEES records preferred.
  • Travel < 25% expected.
  • Self-directs work with limited supervision.
  • Provides guidance, leadership, and training to less experienced engineers.
  • Works with project team as representative and coordinates work within discipline department.
  • Adjusts to varying demands of work and manages changes.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Works collaboratively across departments and involves others in solving problems. Initiates meetings within own team, other disciplines, or internal customers for clarity on work.
  • Serves as a technical resource and point of contact for external or internal customers.
  • Should have experience in managing and responding to the RFIs from the owner’s construction team, vendors, EPC contractors.

Software Knowledge:

  • STAAD Pro, Risa, STAAD Foundation, Mat 3D Foundation, 3D MathCAD.
  • Navisworks, Microstation, AutoCAD.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Industries: Oil and Gas

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