Civil Structural Engineer

Company Overview

CB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks, and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically‑located operations to provide customers world‑class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

The Civil Structural Engineer is an individual contributor responsible for supporting a wide variety of complex foundation support systems used for CB&I storage tanks and process system structures worldwide. The role includes conceptual studies, cost and planning studies, design calculations, specification development, and construction documents. The position reports to the Design Manager and routinely interacts with Plate Structures Engineers, Designers, Project Engineers, and Managers.

• Design and analysis of concrete foundations (both shallow and deep) for steel plate structures including flat bottomed cylindrical storage tanks, spheres, elevated tanks and other special structures.
• Provide reviews, comments, and determination of soil parameters from factual and interpretive soil reports.
• Provide investigations and solutions on civil problems/issues in the field.
• Provide engineering design of special concrete structures including foundations.
• Provide engineering requirements for ground improvement/reinforcement methodologies to support steel plate structure foundations.
• Collaborate with drafters, modelers, detailers, and personnel from sales, estimating, operations and project management functions.

Plainfield, IL

• Civil (Site Development) Engineer with 2D/3D CAD skills – reports to the Civil/Structural Engineering Discipline Manager and works directly under a Principal Civil (Site Development) Engineer.
• Develops site plans, plot plans, earthwork/grading plans, and temporary and permanent stormwater drainage plans for tank and terminal projects worldwide in accordance with governing codes and standards.
• Creates conceptual 3D models and renderings for use during project development by all stakeholders. Relevant skills include site planning, grading/earthwork design, drainage system design, permitting knowledge, utility coordination, basic to intermediate geotechnical knowledge, strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency in 2D/3D CAD site development design software such as AutoCAD, Bentley Microstation, Civil 3D, or Bentley Open Site Designer (Preference for Bentley experience, but training available).
• Routinely interacts with other discipline engineers and designers (Project, Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls).

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Structural Engineering and/or Civil Geotechnical Engineering from an accredited school.
• 3 to 10 years of industry experience in civil structural engineering/foundation engineering.
• Professional Engineering registration desired.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

• Business presence and polish
• Knowledge of CB&I products and markets
• Proactively identifies and solves complex problems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Mentally agile, can multi‑task and manage tight deadlines
• Negotiating ability with high emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated business partnering skills with the ability to influence the organization
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments
• Reckless business and technical acumen with a drive to achieve results
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work and build credibility across the business, up to and including senior management level
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment.

CB&I offers a robust benefits package, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long‑ and short‑term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. Eligible employees also receive paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full‑time or part‑time roles, location, or position.

USD $81,302 – $101,628 annually

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Oil and Gas