Civil Structural Engineer III - CDI Engineering Services

Overview:

“Together We Make Life Better”. Our quality engineering, sustainable solutions and safety record inspire everything we do. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows for all employees to feel valued and safe to give their opinions and improve our company.

 

CDI Engineering Solutions is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries.

Position Summary:

Hybrid or Remote position

Performs assignments requiring application of engineering education, training or and experience. Also requires special knowledge of the mathematical, physical, or engineering sciences. Assignments will be designed to further develop the Engineer’s job knowledge and abilities.

Engineer must have 5-7 years of progressive experience in the field of Civil/Structural Engineering, preferably in the petrochemical industry. Engineer must already have attained PE certification or must be making plans to sit for the PE examination.

Responsibilities:

· Ability to be a Lead Engineer on singular Civil/Structural projects

· Applies engineering principles in discipline of competency, as assigned by supervisor with minimal direction.

· Prepare material specifications for specific components.

· Prepares advanced sketches and calculations for a specific segment of a project.

· Assists in the development of technical specifications.

· Evaluates vendor bids and drawings to assure compliance with specifications.

· Visits vendor facilities to inspect structures and relevant equipment for compliance with requirements and existing drawings, and to evaluate the site, project requirements, and conditions.

· Interfaces with other disciplines and Clients.

· Prepare Material Take-offs on civil/structural items.

· Review vendor drawings and steel fabrication drawings.

· Develop a focus on least cost and safe design for civil/structural systems.

· Maintains continued awareness of project schedule and budget

Qualifications:

***MUST have a valid Louisiana P.E. or the ability to obtain quickly ***

 

Leadership:

Acts Wisely and Decisively

Self-Confident

Leads Proactively

Drives for Results

 

Work Standards:

Attention to Detail

Acting with Integrity

Analyzing Issues

Using Technical Expertise

Continuous Improvement

 

Business Acumen:

Customer Responsiveness

Judgment

Innovative Thinking

 

Behaviors:

Organizational Savvy

Diversity

Open Communication

Thinking Strategically

Teamworking

Honesty

 

Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, all in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on- one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to comprehend and complete testing for Safety Orientations through either written, verbal or computer interaction, as required by tester.

 

Must possess basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Word and Excel software. Ability to use basic engineering software programs, such as STAAD or RISA, is required. Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus, but not mandatory.

 

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Must possess problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve issues involving multiple variables.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to touch, grasp, and feel; ability to reach with hands and arms; speak or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit; climb, balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision depth perception, and ability to focus.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may periodically be required to travel to client jobsites, usually petrochemical production

facilities and must have the ability to access all areas as required. Therefore, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; and the risk of electric shock. The noise level in the industrial workplace can be loud. The Engineer must exercise caution and use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as specified by CDI and the Clients, to ensure their own safety and the safety of their co-workers..

Education Requirements:

Must possess the minimum of a BS in civil or structural engineering from an ABET accredited university.

EEO Statement:

CDI Engineering Solutions, LLC (“CDI”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

 

In compliance with federal law, all candidates hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form after acceptance of a formal CDI offer letter through our onboarding system.

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