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Job Description RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Civil/Structural Engineer 4. This is a full-time, direct-hire, office-based assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive compensation package including benefits, vacation, and holidays.

Overview of YOUR Role as a Civil/Structural Engineer 4 In this senior-level engineering role, you will apply extensive Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CS&A) knowledge to take complex building and infrastructure projects from concept through final design and construction. You will work independently on challenging engineered systems, lead and direct the work of designers and junior engineers, and serve as a technical authority within multi-discipline project teams. This role demands a high degree of creativity, independent judgment, and deep expertise in engineering principles, codes, and analytical methods.

As a Civil/Structural Engineer 4, YOU Will: Perform a variety of engineering calculations using traditional methods and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to document compliance with project and code requirements, including foundation analyses, structural frame analyses, and one-off FEA model analyses. Generate and interpret layout plans, foundation details, steelwork details, and architectural feature designs. Assist in the preparation and approval of design documents and plant modifications, including supervision of designers in document development in accordance with approved procedures and design requirements.

Provide technical expertise and guidance to develop, manage, and implement engineering analyses, activities, and programs to identify and resolve equipment and system problems. Ensure relevant design criteria, specifications, practices, procedures, codes, and safety and licensing basis requirements are properly applied in the preparation of design media. Perform checking to ensure the accuracy of design media in accordance with company policies, procedures, and client expectations.

Work within multi-discipline teams on project-based work, ensuring integration of design across multiple engineering disciplines. Recommend new equipment, concepts, and techniques to improve performance, simplify design, reduce costs, correct design flaws, or comply with changes in client requirements, codes, or regulations. Perform independent research, reviews, studies, and analyses in support of plant changes and design modifications.

Support installation and testing of site systems and components. Participate in the preparation of cost estimates for engineering services and coordinate work assignments to meet project schedules and budgets. Interface with staff, internal teams, and supporting subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.

May act as Lead Discipline Engineer or Engineering Manager on dedicated projects. Perform other duties as assigned. YOU Are the Ideal Civil/Structural Engineer 4 Candidate If You Have: A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline (required).

A minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in civil, structural, and/or architectural engineering. Advanced knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and civil/structural design software. Strong knowledge of national codes and standards applicable to the CS&A engineering discipline.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering projects and lead multi-discipline design teams. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present design media clearly to clients and internal stakeholders. Experience working independently on complex engineered systems with significant latitude for creative and technical decision-making.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. It's a BONUS If You Have: A Professional Engineering (PE) license. Experience serving as Lead Discipline Engineer or Engineering Manager on large capital or infrastructure projects.

Background in nuclear, power generation, or other highly regulated industrial environments. Familiarity with plant modifications, design document approval processes, and multi-discipline project integration. About Our Client Our client is a well-established engineering services firm delivering technically demanding civil, structural, and multi-discipline design and construction projects across industrial and infrastructure sectors.

Their teams bring deep expertise in complex engineered systems and operate within rigorous quality, safety, and regulatory frameworks. They offer a collaborative, multi-discipline environment where senior engineers are empowered to lead, innovate, and make meaningful technical contributions. Who WE Are RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States.

Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals. Equal Opportunity Employer RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.