Lead Civil Engineer

Dow Chemical•Freeport, NY

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Civil Engineer. The location for this role is Freeport, TX. This role will provide specialized technical support and solutions for project teams (facility and site), operations and maintenance. The Lead Civil Engineer supports both projects and technical support teams as a technical expert recognized as a “go to” person within the facility/site teams for Civil expertise and the civil lead on projects. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and works independently, receiving minimal guidance. In the technical expert capacity, at this level, is primarily involved in application of technology. Resolves problems which are complex. Leads technical problem solving within a specific technology area to deliver value for Diamond. Participates on facility/site teams as the civil expertise. In the project lead capacity, has an excellent understanding and applies GPM, MET, the civil/structural discipline work process and associated best practices to deliver safe, cost effective and efficient solutions that meet the goals/plans for projects.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
PE required or obtainable within 2 years of accepting the role
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
Ability to work comfortably and safely at elevated heights.
Candidates must be familiar with, or willing to undergo training in, the proper usage and maintenance of safety equipment to ensure safe movement and operations at heights.
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process

Nice To Haves

Geotechnical data interpretation experience preferred or willingness to complete geotechnical data interpretation training if no experience

Responsibilities

Provides Civil/Structural Engineering expertise including: Structural steel analysis for existing structures and designing new pipe racks/pipe bridges.
Leads efforts in defining and implementing technology strategy and held accountable for strategy implementation
Deep and shallow foundation design (concrete pilings/supports
Interpretation of geotechnical data (foundation design, excavations, shoring, etc.)
Developing assessment/repair strategies for ground stability/soil erosion
Creating job design packages for new projects
Reviews 3rd party road bridge evaluation reports
Structural Analysis of existing road bridges for load ratings
Design of new in-plant road bridges and culvert bridges
Design of both rigid and flexible pavement for in-plant roads
Hydraulic and hydrology design for small watersheds
Serves as facility/site focal point, providing timely technical reviews and input to complex designs and/or variances from MET both on projects and in support of maintenance/operations.
Serves as the leader of the project within their discipline.
Has accountability for project results and for the implementation of and adherence to all relevant work processes and best practices.
Drives front end loading to ensure clear scope definition along with establishing schedules to enable adequate control during execution.
Directs activities within the discipline and coordinates activities with other disciplines.
Leads the completion of deliverables needed for cost estimates and reviews output of the estimate to ensure accurate reflection of scope.
Ensures deliverables meet the needs of the project: function as intended, on time and within budget.
Leads technical contract package development and supports implementation.
Drives value engineering and economic designs to ensure the best value is delivered to the business
Uses and enforces project change management program.
Ensures safety in design.
Provides civil engineering expertise for the Site Development Tactical Team including civil SME for new 3rd party capital projects and 3rd party alteration requests
Acts as site liaison for the local drainage district (permitting and federal hurricane protection levee correspondence) and the US Army Corp of Engineers (Section 408 permits)
Acts as the Reservoir Engineer (PE required) for modifications/repairs to the levees around the reservoirs owned by the company

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)