Structural Engineer II

Merrick & Company•Columbia, MD

94d•Hybrid

About The Position

Merrick is seeking a Structural Engineer II (Four (4) +years of experience) to join our Energy, Manufacturing, and Bioproprocessing Business Unit. This position entails supporting the design and retrofit of industrial sectors in the oil, gas, power, manufacturing and bioprocessing facilities. Responsibilities include analysis and detailed design of structural steel and concrete structures, performing engineering cost estimates, and working with other disciplines such as process, mechanical, electrical and architectural. The Structural Engineer will visit project sites to observe field conditions, evaluate design constraints, and resolve construction-related problems. This position is full-time and located in our Ellicott City, Maryland office. The Structural Engineer will work under supervision of a senior level engineer and will be proficient in preparing engineering calculations and sketches; reviewing drawings; assist with developing project proposals, scopes, and budgets; generating specifications and technical reports; directing design staff in the preparation of drawings and other engineering deliverables. The Engineer will proficiently use engineering software applications and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills. As a design professional, this individual will be responsible for producing innovative and cost-effective designs, drawings, and specifications with a customer-friendly focus. Application of engineering and construction knowledge: Develop complete structural design of various structural systems using the appropriate building and material codes. These systems are typically steel, concrete, masonry or a combination of the three. Develop design concepts and recommend appropriate structural gravity/lateral support and foundation systems Evaluate existing concrete and steel structures and provide written reports on deficiencies for client review. Recommend non-destructive or destructive tests for further evaluation. Design: Prepare clear, complete, and concise calculations, including software analysis models, and provide the appropriate level of connection design as required. Coordinate work with other disciplines. Perform interdisciplinary coordination checks to minimize deficiencies, errors, and omissions in engineering deliverables. Assist with preparation of design criteria for all assigned projects and assures compliance with project and client requirements. Produce well-organized structural engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications. Participate in bid reviews when requested and 30%, 60%, and 90% design reviews on all assigned projects. Construction Administration: Review shop drawings and submittals for specification compliance in a timely manner. Participate in appropriate preconstruction/preparatory meetings. Perform site visits and prepare observation/follow-up phase reports documenting progress and deficiencies. Review all structural-related testing and inspection reports. Respond to all RFIs and provide construction support as required. Profitability/Planning/Scheduling: Assist with scope definition, budget and schedule estimates for proposal development. Monitor project progress and deadlines and advise the technical lead of concerns.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Structural Focus from an ABET accredited program required
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in industrial and manufacturing facilities
Proficiency in MS Office, MathCAD, SAP 2000, SAFE, RISA3d, AutoCAD, PIP, ACI, ASCE-7, and IBC
Requires client facility site visits to gather project information, which may require climbing ladders and stairs
Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship

Nice To Haves

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) actively working toward licensure

Responsibilities

Analysis and detailed design of structural steel and concrete structures
Performing engineering cost estimates
Working with other disciplines such as process, mechanical, electrical and architectural
Visiting project sites to observe field conditions, evaluate design constraints, and resolve construction-related problems
Preparing engineering calculations and sketches
Reviewing drawings
Assisting with developing project proposals, scopes, and budgets
Generating specifications and technical reports
Directing design staff in the preparation of drawings and other engineering deliverables
Producing innovative and cost-effective designs, drawings, and specifications
Develop complete structural design of various structural systems using the appropriate building and material codes
Develop design concepts and recommend appropriate structural gravity/lateral support and foundation systems
Evaluate existing concrete and steel structures and provide written reports on deficiencies for client review
Recommend non-destructive or destructive tests for further evaluation
Prepare clear, complete, and concise calculations, including software analysis models, and provide the appropriate level of connection design as required
Coordinate work with other disciplines
Perform interdisciplinary coordination checks to minimize deficiencies, errors, and omissions in engineering deliverables
Assist with preparation of design criteria for all assigned projects and assures compliance with project and client requirements
Produce well-organized structural engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications
Participate in bid reviews when requested and 30%, 60%, and 90% design reviews on all assigned projects
Review shop drawings and submittals for specification compliance in a timely manner
Participate in appropriate preconstruction/preparatory meetings
Perform site visits and prepare observation/follow-up phase reports documenting progress and deficiencies
Review all structural-related testing and inspection reports
Respond to all RFIs and provide construction support as required
Assist with scope definition, budget and schedule estimates for proposal development
Monitor project progress and deadlines and advise the technical lead of concerns