Position Summary

Plans and conducts independent work within a global business unit requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.  Devises new approaches to solving problems.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for a global business unit usually in one discipline in a project or staff group.  Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.

Performs work using Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer aided design and computer aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools.

Performs Finite Element analysis, Dynamic analysis, Seismic design, Complex connection design

Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations for equipment.

Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups.

Coordinate technical issues with other departments on projects including constructability requirements and reviews.

Plans and coordinates independent work requiring judgment and experience in the application and substantial adaptation of engineering techniques.  Devises new approaches to technical problems.

When delegated, assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing specific tasks.

Assists in on-the-job-training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations.

Prepares letters to vendors and clients.

Reviews bid analyses and makes recommendation.

Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.

Performs or assists in the performance of problem analysis and original design.

Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders.

Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Job Knowledge

Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations.

Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant Bechtel design guides.  Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.

Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D), CAE and relevant Bechtel Standard Computer Applications to perform the work.

Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.

Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.

Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Job Dimensions

Supervision Received:

Performs most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results expected.  Receives technical guidance from Engineering Specialists or Supervisors on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed project plans.

Supervision Exercised:

Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.

Contacts:

Independently contacts vendor's representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information.  Contacts client counterparts as directed.

Qualifications and Skills

Basic Qualifications

A Master’s degree with Structural engineering emphasis from an accredited college or university and 6+ years relevant experience or a PHD degree from an accredited college or university and 3+ years relevant experience

A professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board,

Sufficient number of specialized courses in relevant general engineering or appropriate engineering disciplines to meet job requirements

Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in allied types of engineering sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.

Strong analytical skills, Proficiency in Finite Element analysis, Dynamic analysis, Seismic Design, Machine Foundations, Connection design, Steel and Concrete Structure design

Proficiency in STAAD Pro, GT STRUDL, SAP2000

Preferred Qualifications

Specific experience in planning and executing greenfield and brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments:

Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification

Coal, gas or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia

Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC and others

Carbon capture and sequestration

Solar and/or combined cycle power plants

Hydrogen value chain including reforming, liquefaction, transportation and fueling stations

Offshore and onshore pipelines

Desalination, raw water, demineralized water and waste water treatment plants

Familiarity with current process technologies and licensors associated with the above.

Additional Qualifications

Broad working knowledge of precedents in the specialty area, the principles and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines.

Knowledgeable of and performs standard discipline engineering activities on projects of relatively small size and complexity within the business line with minimal technical oversight.

Broad knowledge of precedents in the industry.

Publications in major journals

Knowledge of Tekla, S3D, IDEA StatiCa