Come Build Your Career at Aecon!Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects - from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.
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Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.
What is the Opportunity?At Aecon Engineering Services Inc. (United), we are a team of engineers, builders, planners, and thinkers that design and build today's infrastructure, for tomorrow. We come to work every day committed to drive growth and deliver projects that matter for our clients, ourselves, and our communities. Through our work in the nuclear, conventional generation, renewable and power delivery markets, we create resilient infrastructure to last generations.
In December 2024, United Engineers and Constructors was acquired by Aecon Group Inc. Aecon and United have a proven working relationship and the United team continues to operate in the market as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.
We are seeking a Supervising Structural Engineer with experience supporting Power Generation Projects in our Mt. Laurel, NJ or Charlotte, NC offices, to lead and support various projects throughout the United States.
The successful applicant can look forward to projects including simple and combined cycle powerplants, nuclear projects, and plant retrofits throughout the United States that require all facets of structural engineering and design.
What You'll Do Here:- Function as the structural discipline lead on various power and heavy industrial projects.
- Manage the structural engineering and design team, adhering to the established scope of work, monitor and manage the engineering cost and schedule performance.
- As the structural engineer of record for assigned projects, using your professional engineering license to sign and seal structural drawings developed under your supervision.
- Develop structural calculations, foundation and structural steel designs for various projects, from conceptual design through construction, including supporting structural site work.
- Ability to coordinate interdisciplinary team of engineers and designers to complete project tasks on schedule and on budget.
- Reviewing relevant codes, design documents, specifications, and construction documents to support project development.
- Ability to develop material and workhour estimates as well as engineering and design schedules.
What You Bring To The Team:- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil (Structural) Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the design of steel and concrete foundations and structures for convention generation (fossil fueled) and/or nuclear power plants.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineering leadership position.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in any state within the US, and the ability to obtain additional licenses through comity would be considered an asset.
- Experience with industry standard engineering software such as STAAD Pro, ANSYS, Mathcad, etc.
- The successful candidate must have strong communication skills and be capable of collaborating with the multi-discipline engineers and designers
- Additional experience with seismic analysis and design of structures, systems, and components for nuclear power plants is a plus.
- Experience with AutoDesk Advance Steel would be considered an asset.
- M.S. in Structural Engineering is an asset.
Referral Bonus - $3000Pay and Benefits:Pay Range: $160,000 - $180,000 per year
Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.
- Health Insurance Benefits (comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
- 401K (comprehensive match plan)
- Vacation - Paid Time Off
- This role is eligible to participate in Aecon's discretionary Short Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
- Health and Wellness Home Benefit (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
- Tuition Reimbursement (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
- Green Home Energy Benefit (a subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses
Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.
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