Structural Design Engineer PE

Acciona•Atlanta, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

ACCIONA is a global company focused on developing regenerative infrastructure that positively impacts society. With over 65,000 professionals in more than 40 countries, we are dedicated to designing a better planet and addressing global challenges like climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. We are seeking passionate individuals to join us in building sustainable infrastructure for the future. Acciona offers competitive salaries, relocation assistance, a 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off. The Structural Design Engineer will be responsible for designing transit-related projects and buildings, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and project requirements. This role involves producing technical reports, drawings, bills of quantities, and design specifications throughout the project lifecycle. The engineer will also coordinate and supervise structural designs to ensure optimized, safe, and compliant solutions. This position is with ADENA, a subsidiary of ACCIONA Engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSc/BEng)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a design-build environment with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
Demonstrable relevant project experience equivalent to a high level of qualification for Structural Area Classes/Company Classifications in DOT agencies, specifically in GDOT’s and NCDOT’s structural Area Classes.
Ability to develop and review complex structural models using advanced analysis software.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required (preferably in GA, NC, TN and LA) with ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity in other states within a defined timeframe.
Experience signing and sealing structural drawings and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Experience engaging directly with contractors and Federal and State transportation agencies (DOTs).
Collaborative approach focused on technical excellence, with the ability to guide and support younger engineers.
Capable of undertaking out-of-state trips or longer stays at client’s offices or as required in upcoming project assignments, within the U.S.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaborative risk evaluation with project teams.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic construction environment and adapt to evolving conditions.
Proficiency in functioning across multiple time zones while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams comprising individuals from various fields of expertise.

Nice To Haves

PE California is an asset.
Proficient in the use of computer software for the analysis and design of complex structures Such as CSI software package, MIDAS, Sofistik, or similar.

Responsibilities

Structural and detailed design of transit-related structures, such as bridges, culverts, retaining walls and structural repairs in accordance with client requirements, codes and standards including but not limited to AASHTO, CSA-S6, AISC and ACI.
Preparation of technical notes, engineering drawings, specifications, and BoQ of the structures, making sure the BoQs are in line with the standard ratios.
Serve as Engineer of Record for structural design packages; sign and seal plans in accordance with professional licensure requirements.
Prepare and review detailed structural designs, including advanced analysis, 3D numerical modeling, and design verification.
Supervise and quality-control the quantity calculations and take-offs, done by other team members.
Checking designs, technical notes, structural models, drawings and specifications.
Review of shop drawings, RFIs, and NCRs.
Coordination and liaison with clients, approving authorities, partnering design firms and internal production centers abroad.
Review workshop drawings, specifications and construction procedures, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Provide technical assistance to construction sites, issue inspection reports, and validate the correct execution of structural elements.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal methodologies, calculation tools and design standards of the Department.
Preparation of tender technical proposals and fee estimates.
Coordinating, coaching, and mentoring junior staff.
Carry out other duties as assigned to support project and business needs.
All in close coordination with ACCIONA Engineering back office in Spain.