Principal Civil Structural Engineer

CB&I•Plainfield, IL

57d•Onsite

About The Position

The Principal Civil Structural Engineer may be recognized as a subject matter expert within CB&I Storage Solutions for one or more focus areas of civil and structural engineering and may serve as CB&I Storage Solutions industry representative through code committee work or participation in communities of practice. The role is responsible for performing or checking design and analysis of assigned deliverables on a CB&I Storage Solutions project associated with a Process Technologies Engineering product line such as low temperature, cryogenic and ambient fluid systems and other site facilities. The work includes among other things, conceptual studies, cost and planning studies, layouts, design calculations, specification development and construction documents. Over the course of time, capabilities in civil and structural engineering must increase as the level of complexity of assignments increases and expectations expand for working independently with less supervision. The role reports to the Civil and Structural Discipline Manager and routinely interacts with other discipline engineers and designers such as: Project, Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, and Instrumentation & Controls. The PPL Civil Structural Engineer may manage any engineer functions and supervise teams of Engineers and Designers on small projects. They shall ensure the review, check, and approval of engineering and design deliverables including Professional Engineer certification as required.

Requirements

BS/MS in Civil Structural Engineering from an accredited school.
Familiarity with codes and standards of AISC, ASCE, IBC, API, ACI and associated structural and seismic codes is required.
Current on new engineering methods and possesses a technical knowledge of CB&I engineering work processes and tools.
Capable of appropriate use of computer applications and other specialized engineering tools.
Experience level is generally in excess of 14 years of LT&C Tank Engineering with the ability to lead LT&C tank design projects.
Experience in Microsoft Office Professional
Have a Professional Engineering license in at least one state.
15+ years of industry experience in civil structural engineering with an emphasis on LT&C storage tank engineering
Professional Engineering registration.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills
Solve complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions; exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Produce deliverables that are of high quality and comply with designs, company standards, and contract documents.
Adapt, learn and contribute in varying and complex environments.
Regularly introspect, seek feedback and adapt behaviors for ongoing personal development.
Seek and utilize an effective mentoring relationship(s).
Solve problems in straightforward situations; analyze possible solutions using technical experience and judgment and precedents.

Nice To Haves

Professional licensing is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and analysis of LT&C storage structures including steel plate storage structures and concrete outer containment structures.
Accurately produce assigned deliverables per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
Adhere to regulations and bylaws of local professional engineering jurisdictions and code of ethics in protection of the public and the environment.
Ensure designs and details are safe for field erection and use, with constructability in mind.
Reliably check and sign off on design calculations, specifications and other deliverables for customer approval or project use per applicable design code, company standards and customer drawings and specifications.
Lead projects and mentor less experienced engineers.
Coordinate with other roles and functions on project team.
Maintain and promote a focus on CB&I’s end product whether engineering, fabrication or construction.
Assume responsibility for cost, schedule and budget control.
Collaborate with drafters, modelers and detailers, as well as personnel from sales, estimating, operations and project management functions.
Be proactive in the assessment and identification of risks associated with his area of expertise.
Provide independent leadership and direction in area of expertise for CB&I on a global basis and also leadership and direction through participation in technical codes committees, and other technical industry forums.
Work with clients and other industry contacts, be capable to provide senior-level judgment from both technical and business perspective.
Lead the design of CB&I LT&C tank projects.