Senior Structural / Geotechnical Engineer

CB&I•Plainfield, IL

About The Position

The Senior Structural / Geotechnical Engineer is an individual contributor who designs and analyzes complex foundation support systems for CB&I storage tanks and process-system structures worldwide. The work includes conceptual, cost, and planning studies; layouts; design calculations; specification development; and other construction documents. The position works independently with minimal supervision and may train or supervise less experienced engineers. It reports to the Department Engineering Manager and routinely interacts with Plate Structures Engineers and Drafters, Project Engineers, and Project Managers. The role includes reviewing soil reports, determining soil parameters from geotechnical information, establishing requirements for ground improvement and reinforcement, and designing shallow and deep foundation systems. The engineer reviews and approves project deliverables, including stamping them where appropriate, and ensures designs comply with relevant codes, standards, regulations, contract requirements, and safety and constructability considerations. CB&I offers eligible employees medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) matching program; FSA/HSA programs; disability options; life insurance; AD&D; paid holidays; and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by employment status, location, or position. The listed annual pay range is $105,843–$132,304 USD; final compensation may depend on factors including location, skills, and experience.

Requirements

10 years of relevant experience in geotechnical, foundation, and/or structural engineering.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, and/or Structural Engineering from an accredited school.
Professional Engineering License or equivalent certification is desired.
Good written and verbal communication skills; English is required.
Intermediate-level knowledge of structural engineering.
Experience designing and analyzing shallow and deep foundation systems.
Proficiency with geotechnical, foundation, and structural analysis software, such as Ensoft L-Pile, Ensoft Group, RISA 3D, RISA Foundation, Rocscience Settle3D, and Structure Point spColumn.
Familiarity with U.S. codes and standards, including at minimum ACI 318, ASCE 7, and AISC 360.
Functional experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to manage tight deadlines and produce accurate, high-quality deliverables that comply with codes, standards, regulations, company standards, and contract documents.

Nice To Haves

Basic-to-intermediate knowledge of geotechnical engineering, particularly soils.
Other language skills in addition to English.
Professional Engineering License or equivalent certification.
Knowledge of CB&I products and markets.

Responsibilities

Maintain a professional license in at least one jurisdiction and approve and stamp project deliverables.
Follow applicable professional engineering regulations, bylaws, and ethical requirements to protect the public and environment.
Communicate effectively, implement instructions and feedback, and attend project assignment and coordination meetings.
Coordinate with project team members and other stakeholders to deliver engineering work safely, on time, within budget, and to quality requirements.
Read and understand relevant portions of project contracts, codes, and standards for the project location.
Gather supporting information for assigned work, estimate task duration, and commit to deadlines.
Review factual and interpretative soil reports, provide comments to stakeholders, and determine soil parameters from geotechnical information.
Establish engineering requirements for ground improvement and reinforcement methods supporting plate-structure foundations.
Design and analyze foundation support systems for storage tanks, spheres, and other special plate structures, and prepare formal calculations for shallow and deep foundations.
Ensure designs and details are safe for field erection and use, with constructability in mind.
Review and check civil and structural specifications, calculations, drawings, and other construction documents prepared by other engineers and drafters.
Apply scientific principles to practical engineering problems to support the safety and longevity of structures.