Civil/Structural Engineer 2/3

Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos LLC•Los Alamos, NM

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

N3B is seeking a Professional Civil / Structural Engineer to support the design team as a lead design engineer on projects. The candidate will be responsible for developing plans and specifications following applicable standards. The candidate shall have an excellent understanding of the design process and ability to mentor other engineers. Assignments typically include a combination of on-site and office duties for various projects (e.g. highway/ transportation, structural, drainage, site development, and other public works improvements). Excellent communication and organizational skills are required as well as the ability to multi-task and work independently and in a team. Duties will also include communication with and coordination of other engineering disciplines, other company divisions, and consultants, as needed, to complete projects. The ideal candidate will be a licensed Professional Engineer, a self-starter who can multitask and pay close attention to detail. We are looking for someone with a detailed understanding of roadway, grading, drainage, structural, and utility design. While working to achieve N3B objectives, the successful candidate will: ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner through maintaining required safety, security, and operational training. Making safety, security and quality an integral part of every task including taking the necessary steps to pause or stop work as necessary to ensure the safety and security personnel and the job site.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance, and as such, US Citizenship is required.
Proven ability to work in and support a team environment.
High level of independence, confidence, and strong work ethic.
Strong problem-solving skills through the application of fundamental engineering principles.
Ability to effectively foster productive relationships with team members, clients, industry stakeholders, and regulators.
Excellent written and verbal communication. A great listener with prompt, polished, and specific responses.
Welcome feedback and find ways to perform work better, are determined, organized, and detail oriented.
Level 2: Bachelors in Science degree in Civil and/or Structural Engineering, or related fields from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Level 2: A three (3) years in responsible charge of civil/structure engineering work and relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production, design calculations, and technical writing.
Level 3: Bachelors’ of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related fields from an ABET-accredited college or university.
Level 3: A five (5) years in responsible charge of civil and/or structural engineering and relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production, design calculations, and technical writing.
Level 3: Have at least a 3.0 GPA, and have shown a commitment to academic focus, leadership and delivering high quality solutions and products.
Ability to obtain an L level Department of Energy security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Professional Engineer
Detailed understanding of roadway, grading, drainage, structural, and utility design.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

Perform field investigations and assessments.
Perform standard computations or analysis.
Prepare drawings and visual aids.
Perform occasional drafting and/or figure development using technical software as required.
Apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks.
Perform the design of various civil/ structural engineering projects, and checks design work of staff and design engineers assigned to projects under their control.
Mentors and trains junior engineering staff.
Preparation or modification of various types of reports, specifications, plans, forms, policies and procedures.
Ability to understand and apply industry codes and standards.
Experience with Autodesk design platforms, preferably Civil3D.