Structural Engineer - EIT

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Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently looking to add a Structural Engineer or (EIT) to support our Chicago – Energy team. The ideal candidate will have interest in engineering design in the field of dams, hydroelectric power generation, locks and inland navigation, deep tunnels, and other heavy civil energy infrastructure.

This position applies strong academic background in the field of civil/structural engineering. The candidate must have interest in performing engineering problems and methods; and use advanced analysis techniques including the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of the field and related sciences and disciplines. Applicant must be capable of working effectively with teams and clients and be willing to learn from peers and supervisors. Work products will include field investigations and working on design of water conveyance and storage facilities, dams, and hydropower projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Participant on multidisciplinary teams in an office environment as well as in virtual team environment.
• Preparation of studies, design criteria, design reports, plans and specifications, and quality assurance reviews of related designs and construction plans, and support of construction
• Organize, draft and coordinate production of various reports to ensure technical consistency and inclusion of appropriate documentation
• Inspect construction for compliance with specifications; review and approve drawings; conduct field inspections; review progress versus schedule
• Perform preliminary and detailed civil/structural analysis for hydraulic structures and facilities for dams and other hydroelectric related projects.
• Support multi-disciplinary teams on civil and structural engineering projects.
• Evaluate alternatives and resolve technical questions.
• Assist with preparation of budgets and scopes of work.
• Organize, draft and coordinate production of drawings and specifications to ensure technical accuracy.
• Serve as engineer (civil, structural) on small- to mid-sized projects and work on several projects concurrently.
• Assist in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, and completing progress reports.
• Assist technical staff in field activities including site inspections, shop inspections, monitoring and other fieldwork.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guideline and policies