Structural Engineer

"When faced with an impasse, do you look to bridge the gap? Our Bridges and Structures team does too. From local bridge rehabilitations that support our communities to iconic bridge designs that define a region, our opportunities will connect you to your career goals. Join our team and help us keep communities connected.

Your Opportunity

The Structural Engineer will design, evaluate, select, and specify systems or products for transportation and infrastructure projects. Projects may include bridges for highways, transit or freight railways, and associated structures. You will work as a project team member and have the opportunity to work on projects that will have a large impact on the community. Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

Your Key Responsibilities

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  Perform complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects.

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  May be responsible for the review and sealing of own projects or the work of the others.

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  Manage the design and construction of projects and provide structural engineering input.

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  Opportunities to lead other team members while working on projects.

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  Conducts quality assurance and quality control on own projects.

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  Prepares construction contract documents, project proposals, change orders, plans and reports.

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  Performs calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.

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  Attends client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client's goals.

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  Recognizes when technical problems are developing and initiates appropriate corrective actions.

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  Monitors project team to ensure budgets and schedules are being met.

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  Trains less experienced team members in day-to-day activities including routine technical design, processing, and company procedures.

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  Utilizes relevant software programs to prepare exhibits and complex working drawings.

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  Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

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"Your Capabilities and Credentials

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  Thorough understanding of all phases of project document production

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  Comprehensive understanding of codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions

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  Proficient in Microstation or AutoCAD, and other relevant design software as well as Microsoft (MS) Office Suite

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  Knowledge of calculations performed by software.

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  Effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies

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  Solve complex problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation

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  Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness.

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  Manage time to meet project budget and schedule.

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  Participate and collaborate in project team setting, engage in creative and critical thought, and effectively communicate ideas, design issues and solutions to others

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  Create and interpret sketches, drawings, and various structures

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  Valid driver's license

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Education and Experience

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  Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structures, Master's Degree a plus.

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  EIT Certification Required, Professional Engineer License preferred.

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  Previous structural engineering experience preferred. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Responsibilities and credentials are dependent on experience. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | KY | Lexington
nOrganization: BC-1785 Transpt-US Kentucky
nEmployee Status: Regular
nTravel: Yes
nSchedule: Full time
nJob Posting: 15/09/ :09:03
nReq ID: REQ W2

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.