Structural Engineer

Project Overview

Bechtel is the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner on the Northrop Grumman team to deliver the Sentinel Program, which is modernizing the ground‑based leg of the U.S. nuclear deterrent triad, including intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) systems and launch infrastructure. Bechtel's scope of service in Sentinel's current Engineering & Manufacturing Development phase focuses on the ground infrastructure component of the program.

A major contractor for the United States and allied governments, Bechtel has handled such efforts as chemical weapons demilitarization projects, missile‑defense, infrastructure, base operations, procurement and project management, and restoration and recovery spanning half a century. We use our expertise to help our customers securely and effectively transform mission delivery.

In this role as Structural Engineer, you will support the structural design for the project. This will entail originating structural calculations, specifications, material requisitions, and technical studies or reports. Additionally, checking of design drawings and review and coordination of vendor information. Work with other Structural engineers and technical disciplines in a team environment.

• Designs structures using knowledge of structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering
• Originates structural engineering deliverables, such as steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions
• Prepares specifications and related documents
• Prepares procurement and subcontract requisition documents and performs associated technical bid evaluations with award recommendations
• Provides direct support to other engineering disciplines for Structural related matters
• Reviews structural drawings and design details
• Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals
• Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines
• Assists in preparation of quantity takeoffs.
• Assists in constructability reviews

Requires a bachelor's degree in Structural/Civil Engineering (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience

• Registered Engineer in Training (E.I.T. or equivalent)
• Experience with Microsoft office programs, and other common computer programs
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Working knowledge and application of the AISC Steel Construction Manual, ACI 318, IBC and ASCE 7
• Broad knowledge of the application of Structural engineering design principles.
• Previous experience using structural analysis software such as GTSTRUDL or STAAD.Pro

• Experience executing engineering and design with Tekla software
• Design experience with Unified Facilities Criteria and the Whole Building Design Guide
• Intermediate knowledge of developing CSI Master format specifications, or Specs Intact
• Registered Professional Engineer in USA (Civil or Structural Engineering)
• Master's degree in Structural or related Engineering discipline from an accredited university
• Possess active security clearance
• Prior experience working with government agencies, preferably the Department of Defense

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