Structural Engineer

On-Board Engineering is hiring a Structural Engineer in Hopewell, VA!

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Subject Line: Position and State Located

Position Details:
Position Type: Full Time
Job Location: Hopewell, VA (with hybrid flexibility and occasional travel to other sites)
Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401k
Compensation: $40 - $57/hr, depending on experience and qualifications
Background and Drug Screenings Required

Structural Engineer

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join the capital projects engineering team. This role involves providing structural engineering support for all phases of capital projects at chemical plants: initial planning and scoping, detailed engineering and design, and construction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structural engineering and design for steel structures, equipment supports (pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc.), pipe supports, pipe racks, concrete foundations for tanks / equipment, equipment pads, analysis of existing structures and foundations, underground piping, etc.
• Developing conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and material take-offs for estimating during project scoping
• Producing calculations, designs, specifications, scopes of work, engineering packages, sketches/drawings for procurement, bidding, and construction
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings, and other disciplines' drawings for structural input
• Performing fieldwork to gather field data, check tie-ins, inspect / verify existing conditions, provide construction support, provide repair recommendations, etc.
• Providing assistance and direction to the design team to produce drawings suitable for bidding and construction purposes
• Reviewing fabrication drawings, requests for information (RFI), and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings, requirements, and specifications
• Some travel (10%) to other sites in Alabama, Pennsylvania, and within Virginia may be necessary

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role at a chemical plant or similar industrial facility (power plant, refinery, paper/pulp, pharmaceutical, etc.)

Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences:

• Strong communication skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-functional team environment

• Experience in 3D modeling utilizing software such as AutoCAD and/or CADWorx Structure software to create 3D models and drawings
• Experience with design software, such as Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, STAAD, RISA, GT STRUDL, etc.

On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner."

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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Salary : $40 - $57