Civil Engineer

the Client•Houston, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role plans and conducts independent work in the Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Engineering discipline within the Oil, Gas and Chemicals Business Unit, requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria.

Requirements

Knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations.
Understanding of the application of Engineering Department Procedures and relevant design guides; broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of 2-D and 3-D CADD, and relevant Standard Application Programs (BSAPs), including Bentley MicroStation , InRoads, CulvertMaster, FlowMaster, CivilStorm, Intergraph Smart3D, or equivalent applications currently in use in the industry.
Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.
Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.
Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the Civil Engineering discipline such as those developed by AASHTO, ACI, ASTM, Asphalt Institute, PCA, etc.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to independently contact vendor's representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information; contacts client counterparts as directed.
Ability to provide technical direction and assign work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters, technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.
A recognized Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
A professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board.
6 years of relevant experience in Civil Engineering.
Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in allied types of engineering sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for the Oil, Gas and Chemicals Business Unit in the Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) Engineering discipline assigned to a project or staff group.
Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice associated with civil site development design activities but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
Performs work using Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) tools.
Plans, coordinates or prepares work specifications, technical bid evaluations and award recommendations for subcontracts or material requisitions associated with civil site development.
Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between Civil Engineering and other engineering disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
When delegated, assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing specific tasks.
Assists in on-the-job-training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations.
Prepares letters to vendors and clients.
Reviews civil site development deliverables and technical documentation produced by suppliers and subcontractors.
Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals associated with civil site development.
Performs or assists in the performance of problem analysis and original design associated with civil site development.
Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders associated with civil site development.
Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers associated with civil site development.
Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.