Job Description
Job Title: Civil Structural Engineer
Location: Houston, Texas
Type: Contract
Compensation: $59.35 - $77.03 hourly
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Position Summary
Plans and conducts independent work within a global business unit requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Devises new approaches to solving problems.
Responsibilities Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work for a global business unit usually in one discipline in a project or staff group. Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
Performs work using Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) and appropriate 2-D and 3-D computer aided design and computer aided engineering (CAD and CAE) tools.
Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, bid evaluations and award recommendations for equipment.
Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups.
Coordinate technical issues with other departments on projects including constructability requirements and reviews.
Plans and coordinates independent work requiring judgment and experience in the application and substantial adaptation of engineering techniques. Devises new approaches to technical problems.
When delegated, assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing
specific tasks.
Assists in on-the-job-training of assigned personnel and provides input for their performance evaluations.
Prepares letters to vendors and clients.
Reviews bid analyses and makes recommendation.
Prepares or assists in preparation of conceptual studies, designs, reports or proposals.
Performs or assists in the performance of problem analysis and original design.
Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for
proposals, forecasts and change orders.
Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers.
Supports the creation of a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork,
empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
Job Knowledge Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and
engineering and design calculations.
Understands the application of Engineering Department Procedures, relevant design guides. Broad knowledge of the application of engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
Knowledge of current computer applications for engineering and design including appropriate knowledge of CAD (both 2-D and 3-D), CAE and relevant Standard Computer Applications to perform the work.
Understanding of engineering planning and control methods including computerized methods.
Understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including basic construction practices and the economics involved.
Understanding of industry or regulatory codes and standards and design criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Job Dimensions
Supervision Received: Performs most assignments independently with instructions as to the general results
expected. Receives technical guidance from Engineering Specialists or Supervisors on unusual or complex problems and supervisory approval on proposed project plans.
Supervision Exercised: Provides technical direction and assigns work to subordinate engineers, designers, drafters,
technicians and others who assist in performing specific assignments.
Contacts: Independently contacts vendor's representatives and project field personnel to gather or give information. Contacts client counterparts as directed.
Qualifications and Skills
Basic Qualifications A recognized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline from an accredited college or university and 9 years relevant experience.
A professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board,
Sufficient number of specialized courses in relevant general engineering or appropriate engineering disciplines to meet job requirements
Practical work experience in design engineering or relevant equivalent experience in allied types of engineering sufficient to demonstrate competence as a trained engineer.
Preferred Qualifications Specific experience in planning and executing greenfield or brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments:
Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification
Coal, gas or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia
Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC and others
Carbon capture and sequestration
Solar and/or combined cycle power plants
Hydrogen value chain including reforming, liquefaction, transportation and fueling stations
Offshore and onshore pipelines
Desalination, raw water, demineralized water and waste water treatment plants
Familiarity with current process technologies and licensors associated with the above.
Additional Qualifications Broad working knowledge of precedents in the specialty area, the principles and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating work with other technical disciplines.
Knowledgeable of and performs standard discipline engineering activities on projects of relatively small size and complexity within the business line with minimal technical oversight.
Broad knowledge of precedents in the industry. System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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