Structural Engineer - Temporary Works - Infrastructure Engineers

Structural Engineer
- Temporary Structures
- Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Location:

Woodcliff Lake, NJ, US;
Manhattan, NY, US

Requisition : 176247

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering has an opening for a dynamic Experienced Structural Engineer in our Temporary Works Group. The ideal candidate will be a part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing structural calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe.

Our Group consists of innovative design engineers whose expertise in designing and building temporary structures adds value to the success of our clients’ projects. Additionally, we provide on-site engineering and coordination support through leading and collaborating with Kiewit’s construction teams.

Our group supports design-build tasks that include:
Bridge erection & demolition, Cofferdam design, Critical crane lifts, Erection sequencing & staged construction analysis, Hoisting and jacking, Deep foundations and dewatering, Excavation support, Marine engineering, Pile drive analysis, Ductwork analysis, Falsework design, Temporary bridge & trestle, estimate support, Working surface design, On-site engineering support.

This position is based out of our Woodcliff Lake, NJ or Manhattan, NY offices.

• Develop drawings and calculations for temporary works and construction methods including:
  • Heavy lift plans (site logistics, equipment selection, geometry/feasibility studies, design of custom rigging and lifting devices, hoisting and jacking systems, custom tools, and crane pad / working surface designs)
  • Erection procedures or planned sequences related to construction or demolition operations
  • Evaluation of existing structures for construction loads and/or demolition planning
  • Structural analysis to ensure stability during the temporary condition of new bridges, viaducts, buildings, tunnels, and other structures (for example: construction staging, design of temporary falsework systems, and rebar cage hoisting and support)
  • Support of excavation systems or cofferdams for construction below grade
  • Temporary bridges, trestles, work platforms, fall protection systems, formwork, and other features relating to our construction operations
• Perform and/or review others’ calculations and design drawings, according to industry codes, standards, additional client design criteria, and structural theories
• Ensure quality and accuracy of the design deliverables
• Help to identify design risks and assist with risk mitigation planning
• Assist in Project Management (budgets, schedules, quality control, and coordination / communication with clients)
• Other responsibilities include:
  Project on-site design engineering support, on-site inspections, training and mentoring E.I.T.’s, etc.

• Experience with temporary structures and/or construction engineering
• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering;
  Master’s degree or greater in Structural Engineering is preferred
• 5 - 10 years of relevant engineering experience
• Professional Engineer licensure or eligibility within the United States
• Strong all-around academic knowledge of structural engineering
• Experience with engineering design software will be an advantage; this includes AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MathCAD, Navisworks, RISA-3D etc.
• Experience with working in a team setting
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Strong inter-personal skills and an ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to organize and handle multiple project assignments
• Ability to travel/TDY assignments and/or relocate based on business needs
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Comm…