Structural Engineer
About The Position
Vulcan Materials Company is seeking an experienced Civil/Structural Engineer based in its Irwindale, California office to lead and manage multiple infrastructure and building projects for heavy industries, including sand and gravel processing plants, plant upgrades, and site improvements. The role covers structural steel analysis, design, and construction, with hands-on engineering and oversight from concept through construction. The engineer coordinates multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and stakeholders; communicates with plant operators; ensures permit compliance; and develops relationships with local agencies. The company emphasizes an in-person, collaborative work environment.
Requirements
- Engineering degree required; a BS in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering is preferred.
- At least 5 years of structural engineering experience, including heavy industrial projects.
- Thorough knowledge of design specifications, building codes, and equipment used in the company’s plants.
- Proficiency with engineering software, including spreadsheets, word processing, AutoCAD, and structural analysis/design tools.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to perform all phases of structural engineering work, including investigation, inspection, modeling, analysis, and design of steel and concrete structures.
- Experience preparing building permits and strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and permitting.
- Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated project management experience, including budgeting, scheduling, and team coordination.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- PE or EIT license.
- Experience with public infrastructure permitting and regulatory compliance.
- Expertise in concrete foundation and steel structure design and construction.
- Familiarity with heavy industrial projects, including open-pit mining and equipment load analysis.
- Field experience with inspections, retrofits, and construction support; bridge construction experience is a plus.
- Experience with construction management, vibration monitoring, concrete foundation design and analysis, and site grading and drainage design.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize safety for yourself and others in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards, and inspect plant systems to ensure they are safe for operating personnel.
- Recommend and develop division-wide design and construction standards.
- Develop structural general arrangement drawings for steel and concrete, mechanical general arrangement drawings, and process flow diagrams; provide other required design services and ensure designs comply with applicable design and local codes.
- Coordinate and review engineering services provided by outside parties and internal designers, and consult with construction services personnel on suitable construction methods.
- Assist in securing construction permits, recommend project equipment and materials, and review completed work for compliance with project specifications.
- Develop cost estimates, equipment specifications, and proposals; schedule work; monitor quality and engineering standards; review design or schedule changes; and monitor and forecast project costs.
- Coordinate with Procurement and vendors to expedite construction deliveries, assist with contractor selection, and review and approve contractors’ work as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision programs.
- Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match and contribution.
- Training and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
