Structural Equipment Engineer II

OVERVIEW

Merrick is seeking a Structural Equipment Engineer (4+ years of experience) 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 glove boxes, performing engineering cost estimates, and working with other disciplines such as mechanical and electrical group.

This position is full‑time and located in our Aiken, SC;
Los Alamos, NM;
Greenwood Village, CO; or Oak Ridge, TN offices. A hybrid schedule will be considered.

Typical annual pay range: $81,600.00 – $. Pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The Structural Equipment Engineer will work under the supervision of a senior level engineer and will be proficient in preparing engineering calculations and sketches; reviewing drawings; assisting with developing project proposals, scopes, and budgets; generating specifications and technical reports; directing design staff in the preparation of drawings and other engineering deliverables. The 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.

• Application of engineering and construction knowledge:
  • Develop complete structural design of various structural systems using the appropriate building and material codes; 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 provide the appropriate level of connection design as required.
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines; perform interdisciplinary coordination checks to minimize deficiencies, errors, and omissions in engineering deliverables.
  • Assist with preparation of design criteria for all assigned projects and assure compliance with project and client requirements.
  • Produce 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 prepare observation/follow‑up phase reports documenting progress and deficiencies.
  • Review all structural‑related testing and inspection reports.
  • Respond to all RFIs and provide construction support as required.
• Profitability/Planning/Scheduling:
  • Assist with scope definition, budget and schedule estimates for proposal development.
  • Monitor assigned project progress, keep appraised of deadlines and advise the technical lead.

• Degree:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial and manufacturing facilities.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MathCAD, AutoCAD, Revit, ACI 318, AISC 360, ASCE‑7, and IBC.
• Experience with finite‑element software such as RISA‑3D, STAAD Pro, GT STRUDL, SAP 2000, or SAFE.
• Client projects for this position require U.S. citizenship.

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) and the ability to obtain New Mexico, South Carolina, Colorado and/or Tennessee PE license within a reasonable amount of time.
• 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…