Structural Engineer at ABBTECH Professional Resources

Full Time Office/Project – no remote/telework
This program requires US Citizenship. 
Must be local - no per diem
The ML2 project involves the design and construction of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) launch platform for the Space Launch System (SLS), an advanced launch vehicle that will fill America’s need for deep space missions. ML2 includes many different subsystems that must operate and fit within the constraints of the structure and provide a physical interface with KSC launch sites’ ground systems.

Position Summary
• Originate and check complex structural engineering deliverables, such as steel calculations, specifications and material requisitions.
• Reviews and coordinates technical documents with/from other engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction.
• Prepare technical reports related to specific design issues.
• Manage specifically assigned project activities.
• Assist in constructability reviews.
• Support construction by dispositioning field change requests and nonconformance reports.
• Act as a mentor or coach for subordinate engineers and designers.
• Schedule and coordinate off-project review requirements for engineering deliverables.
• Lead and/or participate in technical discussions with client, suppliers, construction, etc.

Qualifications and Skills
Basic Qualifications
• US Citizenship is required.
• Prior experience working complex concrete and/or steel designs.

Minimum Qualifications
• Ability to independently execute the detailed design of complex steel and/or concrete structures.
• Thorough knowledge and application of the AISC Steel Construction Manual, and ASCE 7.
• Proficient in the use of structural analysis software such as GTSTRUDL or STAAD.
• Experience with CADD applications, such as Revit or Tekla.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Thorough knowledge of engineering deliverables, such as drawings, specifications, and material requisitions and of construction methods for steel structures.
• Understands work processes of other disciplines and departments on projects.
• Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.
• Ability to resolve design issues with subordinates, suppliers, other engineering disciplines, construction, and the client.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication, planning and organizational skills are essential.
• Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen, and background check.

Preferred Qualifications
• Proficient in the use of Mathcad or similar software.
• Thorough knowledge of the provisions of AISC & ASCE 7.
• Necessary skills to present technical subjects with competence and confidence.
• Experience in resolving field problems associated with proposed changes from Construction and working through Non-Conformances.
• Professional Engineering License  

• Benefits (Regular, Full Time Employees): 
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision offerings
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • Paid Holidays and Personal Time Off
  • 401(k) with match
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short / Long Term Disability, plus other voluntary coverages
  • Pre-Paid Legal and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Northwest Federal Credit Union Membership
  • BB&T @ Work Program

ABBTECH is an EOE/Minorities/Women/Disabled Individuals/Veterans