Responsibilities:

• Long-term development position for Tank Design Specialist, working on multiple projects within the Tanks Business Line Engineering/Design group.
• Successful candidate expected to gain knowledge and experience of all Tanks Business Line structures, working on various projects, under the guidance of Senior Tank Design Specialists.
• Design of Ambient Temperature Flat-Bottomed Storage Tanks and Spheres.
• Design of large aboveground storage tanks of single, double, and full containment design for the storage of liquified gases at low and cryogenic temperatures.
• Perform tank design calculations to API650, API 620, API 625, ACI376 and ASME VIII using in house software.
• Prepare data sheets, material requisitions, procedures, and specifications.
• Selection of tank construction materials.
• Preparation of technical proposal documents, review of client specifications.
• Technical bid evaluations for supplier and subcontractor selection.
• Review vendor documents package. Manage the flow of information between engineering, field, vendor, and subcontractors.
• Provide technical home office support to field construction team, including startup and commissioning procedures.
• Participate in the development of standard design guides and in-house computer programs. Will include validation checks and accompanying documentation.
• Participate in Constructability Workshops.
• Consider safety, constructability, and cost savings through innovative design.

Qualifications and Skills

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering from an AET accredited University.
• Must have PE License or be working towards PE License (or equivalent i.e Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer Canada).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• As this is a development role, training will be provided. However, experience in the following is an advantage.
  • Design experience in performing calculations. As a minimum, should be able to demonstrate an aptitude for Engineering design.
  • Experience of all types of storage tank structures including ambient, flat bottomed storage tanks, spheres, and single, double, and full containment low temperature storage tanks.
  • Knowledge of tank design codes API 650, API 620, API 625, ASME VIII.
  • Knowledge of concrete tank design standards ACI376 and EN14620.
  • Knowledge of US regulatory codes and standards including ASCE 7, 49 CFR 193, NFPA 59A.
  • Should be familiar with materials selection, ASTM materials specifications and materials testing requirements.
  • Experience in Quality assurance requirements relating to the fabrication and construction of field erected tanks and vessels.
  • Knowledge of Welding processes and practices.
  • Knowledge of plate manufacturing processes and practices.
  • Experience in the use of FEA computer software.