Structural Engineer - Civil Design

Position: Structural Engineer - Civil Design )
Job-:
Engineering

Location:

Birmingham, AL, United States

Schedule:

Full time Posted:
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Structural Engineer - Civil Design Southern Company Services, Technical Shared Services – Design Civil/StructuralWORK LOCATION & SCHEDULEPositions will be located in Birmingham, Alabama.

This position will require a mix of both office and field work. Hybrid work schedule (both in-office and telecommute); currently four (4) days in-office/in-the-field and one (1) day telecommute (subject to future adjustment)
Relocation assistance may be provided if the successful candidate does not currently live within a reasonable commute distance.

This position will require some travel (day and overnight, up to 25%) and the ability to work successfully in a remote/virtual environment, at times, with access to internet service.

JOB SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing structural engineering design services for Southern Company Generation on capital and retrofit projects.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to perform structural design on small to large projects for the Southern Company fleet.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Produce and check structural design calculations and drawings

Multi-task and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet tight project commitment dates Effectively communicate with Supervisor, project team and Plant contacts

Develop scope and man-hour estimate for assigned projects

Coordinate design activities with other disciplines

Provide schedule and staffing input for projects

Prepare cost estimates and material takeoffs

Provide engineering support to Plants and to Construction throughout all phases of the project

Some non-extended travel to the Birmingham office, construction sites and client locations is required JOB QUALIFICATIONS Education

Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required

Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license in state of Alabama, Mississippi or Georgia or able to obtain one would be desired

Work Experience At least 5 years of experience in structural design and/or plant experience related to power generation or heavy industrial/petrochemical facilities is required

Significant project design and execution experience

Significant experience in production of contract documents (drawings & specifications) for industrial projects

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Detailed knowledge of structural steel and concrete design principles and industry methodologies

High level of initiative and the ability to effectively plan, organize and execute multiple projects

Working knowledge of Plant facilities and projects for heavy industrial structures and components

Proficiency with structural codes and standards such as ACI 318, AISC 9th, 13th , 14th and/or 15th Edition, ASCE 7 and IBCExperience using design software and computer programs such as STAAD PRO, Ansys, Navisworks, AutoCAD, SP Mats, etc.

Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships is a must Strong problem solving and decision-making abilitiesBENEFITSCompetitive Pay Excellent benefits packages which includes:
Medical and dental coverage

Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan Performance-sharing plan
401(k) plan with a generous company match

Bonus opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement
*** Please submit an updated resume with your application
*** About the organization

Southern Company Services About the company

About Southern Company Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services.

Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow.

Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of…