Civil Lead Engineer

Bechtel Corporation•Houston, TX

46d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil Lead Engineer will support the Sabine Pass Liquefaction Stage 5 Expansion Project (SPL5), a new phase at the Cheniere Sabine Pass LNG export facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. SPL5 includes one liquefaction train, a boil-off gas reliquefaction unit, tie-ins to existing storage tanks, ship-loading facilities and flare systems, and supporting utility infrastructure. The project will perform most work on a direct-hire basis, with support from a limited number of specialty and service subcontractors. The role conducts field investigations and client interviews to define civil/structural work scope and cost estimates. It leads the design, development, modification, evaluation, and constructability review of civil/structural components and processes, applying technical expertise to meet complex project requirements. The position coordinates engineering work and deliverables and supports project and construction management during execution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or international equivalent and 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
Highly skilled and proficient in the civil/structural engineering discipline.
Seasoned professional with a full understanding of the area of specialization and the ability to resolve a wide range of issues creatively.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed phases of civil/structural engineering work for a global business unit, project, or staff group, including preparing original designs, layouts, details, drawings, and specifications for structures, buildings, roadways, railroads, and related work.
Design, develop, modify, and evaluate civil/structural components and processes using applicable Engineering Department Procedures, design standards and guides, Bechtel Standard Application Programs, Design Control Check Lists, and Design Review Notices.
Design structures using knowledge of structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering.
Select structural elements and materials such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete based on load or stress requirements.
Originate and check complex structural engineering deliverables, including steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions.
Analyze problems with conflicting design requirements and develop possible solutions.
Analyze and report on the suitability of unconventional materials, techniques, and difficult coordination requirements.
Plan, coordinate, or prepare equipment, work, and material specifications, bid evaluations, and award recommendations.
Prepare procurement and subcontract requisition documents and perform associated technical bid evaluations with award recommendations.
Assist project and construction management in identifying and complying with civil/structural requirements and addressing issues during project execution.
Conduct field investigations and client interviews to determine civil/structural work scope and cost estimates.
Lead civil/structural design, development, modification, evaluation, and constructability reviews.