Structural Engineer (S.E License Required)

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Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Licensed Professional Structural Engineer (S.E) to assist with single and multi-discipline projects. The position requires experience in heavy industrial engineering projects, preferably in the Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and / or Utilities & Power Generation industries. The position requires the Structural Engineer to perform in varying roles related to detailed engineering design, project execution, technical support, and customer relationship development. This is a hybrid position that will require travel to our Hammond, IN Office and local client sites when needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Field engineering, Site visits and structural inspections relate to work scope.
• Assist with engineering studies, calculations, detailed design documents and specifications, project cost estimates, and providing installation support services.
• Perform analytical modeling of structures and components of structures utilizing STAAD / RISA 3D software.
• Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other structural engineers in the office.
• Structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and foundation design.
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade technical standards / specifications to be used on specific projects, as well as centralized design basis and historical references.
• Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines as set forth in the corporate Quality Management System.
• Provide technical support for customers and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource under the direction of a supervising engineer.
• Manage project progress relative to project plan, schedule, and budget.
• Contribute to company improvements in work flow, methods of work execution, and continued standards improvements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are important. Candidates should have a thorough understanding and aptitude in the use of current computer software (STAAD / RISA 3D) including general office products, design and business enterprise software. This position will include some field engineering work and short duration travel will be expected from time to time.
• Work in elevated or in tight, confined space type areas. Use of negative pressure, air filtering / purifying respiratory protection may be required.

Minimum Requirements

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO / AA / M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

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