Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

As a Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for receiving design input from engineering personnel, reviewing customer specifications and standards, and obtaining written approval for any deviations. You will complete structural layout drawings for systems, coordinate with layout engineering personnel, and assure the accuracy and completeness of all work. This role involves planning, scheduling, and releasing components for fabrication, traveling to job sites, and working closely with other engineers and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Receive design input from engineering personnel.
• Review customer specifications and standards for incorporation into design.
• Obtain written approval for any deviations taken from specifications and document the deviation in the Project Engineer’s job file.
• Seek design input/validation from a Professional Engineer when appropriate.
• Complete structural layout drawings for systems and coordinate layouts with systems layout engineering personnel and project engineer.
• Assure work is accurate and complete, maintaining carrier clearance lines in all locations.
• Ensure customer and internal CAD standards are followed and appropriate dimensions are applied.
• Produce clear and precise drawings that are easy to read and efficiently utilize paper.
• Plan, schedule, and release components for fabrication, meeting installation schedules and avoiding excess purchases.
• Utilize obsolete inventory when possible and limit over-buying.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in RISA 3D, Tekla, and structural analysis software.
• Experience providing design and engineering decision-making for structural steel supporting structures, conveyor systems, service platforms, and more.
• Ability to read and understand requirements from specifications, drawings, instructions, and other design input information.
• Practical understanding of conveyor system layout processes and common methods of supporting.
• Understanding of architectural and building construction and erection practices.
• Good interpersonal communication skills for working with engineering personnel, shop, and field staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in engineering or a related field.
• Prior experience as a structural drafter is desirable.
• P.E. License is highly preferred but not required.
• Previous experience with conveyor systems is desirable but not required.

Work Environment

Minimum of 5% travel required but has the ability to travel more if desired.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $140000.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Transportation benefits
• Time Off/Leave, Holiday (PTO, Vacation, Holiday or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 24, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $110,000 - $140,000