Structural Engineer - Civil Design

We are seeking a Structural Engineer - Civil Design to join our Technical Shared Services – Design Civil/Structural team in Birmingham, Alabama. This position will be responsible for providing structural engineering design services for Southern Company Generation on capital and retrofit projects.

Responsibilities:

• Produce and check structural design calculations and drawings
• Multi-task and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet tight project commitment dates
• Effectively communicate with Supervisor, project team, and Plant contacts
• Develop scope and man-hour estimate for assigned projects
• Coordinate design activities with other disciplines
• Provide schedule and staffing input for projects
• Prepare cost estimates and material takeoffs
• Provide engineering support to Plants and to Construction throughout all phases of the project
• Some non-extended travel to the Birmingham office, construction sites, and client locations is required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license in state of Alabama, Mississippi, or Georgia or able to obtain one would be desired
• At least 5 years of experience in structural design and/or plant experience related to power generation or heavy industrial/petrochemical facilities is required
• Significant project design and execution experience
• Significant experience in production of contract documents (drawings & specifications) for industrial projects

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Detailed knowledge of structural steel and concrete design principles and industry methodologies
• High level of initiative and the ability to effectively plan, organize, and execute multiple projects
• Working knowledge of Plant facilities and projects for heavy industrial structures and components
• Proficiency with structural codes and standards such as ACI 318, AISC 9th, 13th, 14th, and/or 15th Edition, ASCE 7, and IBC
• Experience using design software and computer programs such as STAAD PRO, Ansys, Navisworks, AutoCAD, SP Mats, etc.
• Good communication skills and ability to build and maintain strong relationships is a must
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Excellent benefits package which includes:
• Medical and dental coverage
• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan
• Performance-sharing plan
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement