Senior Structural Equipment Engineer at Merrick & Company

Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Calculations, Drawing Review, Project Proposals, Scope Development, Budgeting, Specification Generation, Technical Reports, Structural Design, Steel Design, Concrete Design, Finite Element Analysis, Interdisciplinary Coordination, Shop Drawing Review, Construction Support, Scope Definition, Mentoring

Industry

Design Services

Description

OVERVIEW Merrick is seeking an experienced Senior Structural Equpment Engineer to join our Nuclear Services & Technology (NST) Business Unit. This position entails supporting the design and retrofit of Department of Energy governmental facility and equipment projects. Responsibilities include analysis and detailed design of mechanical equipment and gloveboxes, performing engineering cost estimates, and working with other disciplines such as the mechanical, and electrical groups. This position is full-time and located in our Aiken, SC; Los Alamos, NM; Oak Ridge, TN or Greenwood Village, CO offices. A hybrid schedule will be considered. Typical annual pay range for this position is $125,400.00 - $162,300.00. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience. WHAT YOU'LL DO The ideal candidate will be proficient in preparing engineering calculations and sketches; reviewing drawings; developing project proposals, scopes, and budgets; generating specifications and technical reports; and directing design staff in the preparation of drawings and other engineering deliverables. The Senior Structural Engineer will proficiently use engineering software applications and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills. As a design professional, this individual will be responsible for producing innovative and cost-effective designs, drawings, and specifications with a customer-friendly focus. The candidate will be adept at communicating with both internal and external clients. Application of engineering and construction Knowledge: Develop complete structural design of various structural systems using the appropriate building and material codes. These systems are typically steel, concrete, or a combination of the two. Develop design concepts and recommend appropriate structural gravity/lateral support and foundation systems Evaluate existing concrete and steel structures and provide written reports on deficiencies for client review. Recommend non-destructive or destructive tests for further evaluation. Design: Prepare clear, complete, and concise calculations, including software analysis models, and provides the appropriate level of connection design as required. Coordinate work with other disciplines. Performs interdisciplinary coordination checks to minimize deficiencies, errors, and omissions in engineering deliverables. Prepare design criteria for all assigned projects and assures compliance with project and client requirements. Producing well-organized structural engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications. Participate in bid reviews when requested and the 30%, 60%, and 90% design reviews on all assigned projects. Construction Support: Review shop drawings and submittals for specification compliance in a timely manner. Participate in appropriate preconstruction/preparatory meetings. Perform site visits and prepares observation/follow-up phase reports documenting progress and deficiencies. Review all structural-related testing and inspection reports. Respond to all RFI’s and provides construction support as required. Profitability/Planning/Scheduling: Provide scope definition, budget and schedule estimates for proposal development. Monitor assigned project progress and keeps appraised of deadlines and advises the technical lead on resource needs to meet project deadlines. Leadership: Lead structural staff working under his/her direction. Serve as the structural engineering subject matter expert in the application of advanced concepts, principles, and methods. Mentor junior engineers and designers to help with professional development. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program required. Minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant experience. Registered Professional Engineer (PE) and the ability to obtain New Mexico, South Carolina and/or Tennessee PE license within a reasonable amount of time. Proficiency in MS Office, MathCAD, AutoCAD, Revit, ACI 318, AISC 360, ASCE-7, and IBC. Proficiency in Finite Element Software such as RISA-3D, STAAD Pro, GT STRUDL, SAP 2000, or SAFE. Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with design for Department of Energy governmental facility projects following DOE-STD-1020. Experience performing work under a robust quality assurance program such as ASME NQA-1. Experience with nuclear analysis and design codes, including ASCE 4, ASCE 43, ACI 349, and AISC N690. Experience specifically in the seismic analysis and qualification of mechanical equipment and gloveboxes. PERKS Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account. Robust Employee Referral Program. Annual performance and compensation reviews. Professional Training and Development. Employee Recognition Awards. Peer Mentor Program And Much More! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted. At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage. Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

This role involves supporting the design and retrofit of governmental facility and equipment projects, including the analysis and detailed design of mechanical equipment and gloveboxes. Key duties include preparing engineering calculations, reviewing drawings, developing project proposals, and directing design staff in producing deliverables.