Requisition ID: 175092
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering
Department: Design Engineering
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Structural Design Engineer, you will be a part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing structural calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural engineering program from a CEAB accredited four-year college or university program required
• At least six years’ experience in structural engineering and design
• Experience in the power industry or industrial markets is preferred
• Functional in utilizing spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and computer operations
• Knowledgeable in engineering software. SAP2000, SAFE, and Mathcad are preferred
• Advanced knowledge of engineering standards including ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, and IBC
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in Alberta

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
  We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
  We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

• Prepare designs for assigned structure(s) including research, selection of lateral force resisting system, analysis, and drawing preparation on projects ranging from moderate to large in size and complexity
• Lead and develop teams for projects moderate to large in size and complexity
• Advise others on proper application of department and industry standards to the preparation of calculations, project drawings, and project specifications
• Understand and meet or exceed the requirements of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC)contract, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual requirements
• Research new markets and adapt current processes and workflows to successfully execute project deliverables
• Mentor and direct the work of entry- and mid-level employees. Monitor their progress, review their results, and provide coaching as needed
• Coordinate with internal and external partners including other engineering disciplines, construction partners, third-party subcontractors, and owners to address structural-related issues or concerns
• Identify and manage scope changes for projects moderate to large in size and complexity
• Lead quality checks for engineering deliverables
• Recommend changes for standards or process improvements as needed
• Prepare, monitor, and update complex project plans, schedules, and budgets (including staffing needs) to project management and department management
• Support department managers in setting and achieving performance goals for the department