Senior Civil​/Structural Engineer

Job Summary

As a Senior Engineer I, you will provide structural engineering for complex cooling tower projects across various product lines and materials. You will coordinate internal and external teams, direct the work of engineers and drafters, ensure code and standard compliance, perform tests, evaluate bids, expedite vendor processes, and develop project plans. The role encourages innovation, continuous efficiency improvements, and supports global and acquisition‑related technical issues.

Project Management

• Manage projects and schedule tasks.
• Execute project‑specific document control.
• Review, approve, and control vendor‑supplied engineering documents.
• Provide support to site erection and commissioning teams.

Technical Leadership

• Delegate work to drafters and other engineers.
• Serve as a technical consultant to sales and construction teams, internally and in the field, as well as customers.
• Train new engineering employees and assist internal sales team.
• Develop new designs and solutions to problems.

Documentation and Compliance

• Develop project‑specific operating and maintenance manuals.
• Write engineering specifications for tower lines and components.
• Verify and provide proof of job completion to meet specification requirements.
• Sign and approve drawings for new and project‑specific designs and product standard drawings.

Testing and Support

• Troubleshoot, repair, and improve production equipment.
• Conduct product testing during development and post‑installation to verify software and data development.
• Witness third‑party contractual tests.

Required Experience & Skills

• 6+ years of experience.

Ideal Experience & Skills

• Experience with design for manufacturing methods.
• Experience with SAP ERP systems.
• Experience in AutoCAD, MatchCAD, RISA2D, RISA3D.
• Experience in Solid Edge.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with teams in different physical locations.
• Knowledge of national building codes.
• Basic understanding of design and application of components for cooling towers.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of cooling tower design and structural engineering.
• Broad knowledge and application of principles, practices, and procedures of cooling tower design and structural engineering to difficult assignments.
• Expert source of product knowledge in specified area.
• Highly creative.
• Strong ability to visualize complex spatial geometry.
• Persistent and patient to work on long‑term projects.

• Must meet all requirements to be certified as an EIT (Engineer in Training) after passing the FE exam.
• EIT/FE and PE preferred; must meet requirements to sit for EIT exam at minimum.
• Must pass the EIT/FE exam within 2 years of BS degree or hire date, whichever is later.
• Must pass the PE exam within 6 years of BS degree or hire date, whichever is later.
• Onsite office environment, Monday–Friday; hybrid work schedule available after satisfactory completion of probationary period.
• Willingness to travel at least 20% of the time.
• Occasional work outside normal hours may be required.
• Keyboarding/typing skills.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
• Ability to handle high volume of work and multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective verbal communication skills.

• Generous and flexible paid time off including personal, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, benefits starting day one.
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans.
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs.

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