Structural Engineer 1

ZAP Engineering•Lakewood, CO

5d•$78,000 - $93,600•Onsite

About The Position

A Little About Us: ZAP is a full-service engineering, design, and construction management firm servicing the oil & gas, heavy industrial, mining, and manufacturing sectors. From our Lakewood, Colorado office, we execute projects across North America, spanning from California to Florida and Canada down to Mexico. Our projects range in size from simple engineering studies or maintenance repairs to full-scale design of large facilities. ZAP operates at a fast pace while providing a team-centric approach to our work. About your role: This is a hands-on, full-time professional position with day-to-day tasks, including performing the design of equipment foundations, equipment towers, building structures, pipe racks, platforms, and any other structural components utilized in heavy industrial/manufacturing facilities or required by our clients.

Requirements

Entry-level position. No previous experience is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering required.
All essential duties listed above.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Problem-solving skills, to be able to resolve problems quickly and effectively.
Ability to self-direct and be responsible for own tasks, deliverables, and timelines.
Basic leadership skills and experience leading work groups or task forces in specific projects.
Competent user of technology and software required to execute daily tasks.
Must have a valid, active driver’s license and ability to maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

Execute structural calculations.
Coordinate with other discipline engineers and designers.
Perform site layout.
Review vendor drawings.
Write structural analysis reports.
Coordinate with Structural AutoCAD designers to create facility 3D models and construction drawings.
Review drawings and models for accuracy.
Create contractor scopes of work.
Write specifications (pre-engineered metal buildings, Geotech, etc.)
Create contractor bid packages.
Create bills of material (BOMs).
Review shop drawings.
Answer RFIs from contractors.
Assist with other duties as assigned.