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Stantec Civil Engineer in Training, Structural Emphasis in LAS VEGAS, Nevada

Civil Engineer in Training, Structural Emphasis - ( 230002XU )

Description

Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

As an Engineer-in-Training with a Structural Emphasis, your role is to work with a team on projects under the guidance of Senior Structural Engineers. You will perform or develop structural models, calculations, design drawings, and specifications for structures verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards/practices. This is an entry level position with goals of progressing to a registered professional engineer and ultimately a licensed structural engineer.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Perform detailed structural analysis and design for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plants, Reservoirs, other Hydraulic Containment Facilities, Industrial, and Administrative Buildings

  • Design, analyze and specify reinforced concrete, masonry, and structural steel systems.

  • Support team for the preparation and revisions to documentation in various structural phases including conceptual design, detailed design, and construction support.

  • Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats

  • Utilize computing technologies for the development of three-dimensional models of structural systems

  • Support project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants, owner and contractor, sub-contractors, and vendors

  • Support preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents

  • Prepare structural calculations using company standard software, and proprietary manufacturer software

  • Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the structural group

  • Work on multiple projects simultaneously

  • Assist in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, and drafting correspondence.

  • Review Contractor’s shop drawings and submittals regarding structural work and investigating and developing engineered solutions to Contractor’s Requests for Information.

  • Assist technical staff in field activities including structural observations, monitoring, and other fieldwork.

  • Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

  • Knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building code

  • Introductory understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications

  • Fundamental knowledge of structural mechanics and principles, structural systems, means and methods, materials, and industry standards

  • Ability to manage time to meet project budget and schedule

  • Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and to engage in critical thought

  • Effective oral and written communication skills

  • Presentation skills are preferred

  • Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite

  • Working knowledge of 3D models and 2D structural engineering drawings using Revit and AutoCAD, or Bentley Open Buildings and MicroStation, and the ability to produce models or drawings

  • Experience using structural engineering/finite element analysis software such as STAAD, RAM, SAP2000, RISA is preferred

  • Knowledge of IBC 2018, ASCE 7-16, ACI 318, TMS 402, AISC 360

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil or Structural Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred

  • Nevada Engineer-in-Training certification or Professional Engineering registration

  • One (1) year minimum to six years (6) of relevant experience

Typical office environment working with computers. Must report to the Las Vegas office two (2) to five (5) days a week. Remote work the other days is an option.

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.

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!

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees 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-Nevada-Las Vegas

Organization : BC-2243 Water-US Delivery

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Feb 29, 2024, 12:34:47 PM

Req ID: 230002XU

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, 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 local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

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