Civil/Structural Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Civil/Structural Engineer.

Job Duration: Approximately 2 months

Work Location: Remote

Start Date: Immediate

Job Description:

- Review existing facility drawings, documents, and calculations to fully understand the design of a concrete pad at the Low Activity Waste (LAW) vitrification plant. Prepare a calculation to analyze the adequacy of the concrete pad to support the load of replacement melter, transporter, and melter lifting assembly. The work and calculation shall be performed under the guidance of ASME NQA-1 2008/2009 1a.

- Designs and (depending on seniority) supervises construction projects. May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments. Able to take building designs from concept to final design and construction. Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments. Makes decisions independently on complex engineered systems, commensurate with experience and seniority. Applies knowledge of Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CS&A) principles to design, plan, permit, and construct civil works.

- Performs a variety of engineering calculations using traditional engineering methods or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to document compliance with project and code requirements, which may include; foundation analyses, structural frame analyses, and one-off FEA model analyses.

- Generates, and is fully conversant with layout plans, foundation details, steelwork details and architectural feature design.

- Assists in the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including supervision of designers in document development in accordance with approved procedures, processes, and design requirements

- Provides technical expertise and guidance to develop, manage, and implement engineering analysis, activities, and programs to identify and resolve equipment and system problems.

- Familiar with national codes and standards appropriate to the CS&A Engineering discipline.

- Ensures relevant design criteria, specifications, practices, procedures, and codes, and site design and safety and licensing basis are used in preparation of design media.

- Interfaces with staff, within the team, and supporting sub-contractors to ensure work is being completed in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring that safety is an integral element embodied in equipment design and specification.

- Works in multi-discipline teams on project-based work and ensures integration of design across multiple disciplines.

- Performs checking to ensure accuracy of design media in accordance with company policies and procedures and client expectations.

- Works on a timeline, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work, and initiates corrective measures to overcome delays.

- Understands, complies and is responsible for working to environmental health and safety policies and procedures, and attends meetings as required.

- Recommends new equipment, concepts and techniques to improve performance, simplify design, reduce costs, correct design flaws or to comply with changes in client requirements, codes or regulations.

- Performs independent research, reviews, studies and analyses in support of plant changes and design modifications.

- Supports installation and testing of site systems and components.

- Participates in the preparation of cost estimates for engineering services to internal and external clients and coordinates work assignments to meet project-established schedules and budgets.

- Relies on experience and judgment.

- Works under limited supervision.

- Significant creativity and latitude is expected.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree required in civil engineering or related technical degree or equivalent experience

- Professional Engineering (PE) License preferred

- Minimum of 5 years of experience

Compensation:

Pay is commensurate with education and experience and may range between $50.00-$110.00 per hour. Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers