Structural Engineeer

TNT•Boise, ID

14d

About The Position

Terra Nova Technologies (TNT), a subsidiary of Cementation , based in San Diego, designs, supplies, delivers, and installs material handling systems for mining and mineral processing, coal, aggregate, and cement clients throughout the world. Our experience includes delivery of mobile stacking systems, crushing plants, and conveyor projects (stockpile, overland, underground, in-pit, and In-plant) in 15 countries on 6 continents. We currently hold about 80% of the world market in the manufacture and installation of multiple-lift heap leach stacking systems. TNT currently has an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineering position in our San Diego, and our Boise ID, location and reporting to the Engineering Manager in San Diego. This role has the overall responsibility for providing Structural Engineering Services on a variety of material handling projects. If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
10+ years of experience with material handling, structural design experience in mining/heavy industry
Registered as a professional engineer
Understanding structural codes and standards required
Knowledge of US structural codes and standards, including ASCE-7 required
Ability to travel/site visits (short-term basis) required
Strategic leadership skills, including the ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to implement strategic initiatives that positively impact the operations' business plans, operating profits, practices, policies, and procedures
Decision making and prioritization skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong planning and organizing skills
Possess problem solving, critical thinking skills
Proven customer service management experience
General knowledge of applicable mining regulations, safety codes and acts

Nice To Haves

Familiar with other structural software (Bentley Staad Pro, Autodesk Robot, SAP 2000) an asset
Understanding international structural codes and standards is an asset
Professional Engineer with (PE) designation preferred
PMP designation or accreditation preferred
Some Supervision of design and drafting personnel on various projects

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and specification of structural equipment required for the support of underground and aboveground mining, mineral processing, materials handling, and other heavy industrial applications.
Reviewing client specifications, design criteria, and documents
Develop project-specific structural specifications and design criteria
Develop and provide recommendations for complex structural designs
Perform detailed structural calculations using Bentley RAM Software
Responsible for calculation reports
Preparation of conveyor/equipment steel and concrete MTOs
Review project structural designs and drafting development for quality and accuracy
Work closely with designers to create and review engineering drawings
Monitor project deliverables, schedules, progress reports for structural items
Working alongside and directly with other Structural, Mechanical and Electrical engineers as part of a project team
Assist in feasibility studies and estimates
Supervise and mentor junior level engineers
Other duties as assigned
Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Cementation and TNT
Incorporate Health and Safety considerations in all functions and daily activities of the position
Monitor work environment for health and safety hazards or infractions and reports the same to Health and Safety Department
Keep work area clean and free of clutter
Use proper equipment for the job, i.e. stepladder vs. chair