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Tutor Perini

Senior Structural Engineer

New Rochelle, NY · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

... steel design and timber design, deep foundations, gravity-based foundations, earth retaining ... Prepare working/draft construction drawings for AutoCAD drafter. * Perform additional ...

AVTC Group

Facilities Civil Engineer

Ramsey, NJ · On-site

... steel structures. They will work together with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers on capital improvement projects to optimize quality while keeping to a schedule and budget * Knowledge of drafting ...

142 Design Group

Structural Engineer

White Plains, NY · On-site

$28K/mo

A DAY IN THE LIFE - Communicate with technical drafting staff, clients, and others outside the ... for steel, concrete, masonry, light gage steel, and understanding of foundation design ...

142 Design Group

Structural Engineer

White Plains, NY · On-site

$28K/mo

... drafting staff, clients, and others outside the project team - Prepare preliminary designs for ... for steel, concrete, masonry, light gage steel, and understanding of foundation design ...

Hirani Group

Junior Structural Engineer

Hicksville, NY · On-site

Translate design intent into clear markups and coordinate updates with drafting/modeling resources ... Experience with steel and/or concrete design tasks; familiarity with typical framing and detailing ...

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Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

Tutor Perini

New Rochelle, NY • On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

The salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $200,000 depending on experience
Tutor Perini Civil East is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer for our office in New Rochelle, NY
About Tutor Perini
Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance
The world relies on infrastructure - to ensure public safety, maintain a quality of life and support a healthy economy. For more than a century, Tutor Perini Corporation's family of civil construction companies has supported the development and maintenance of infrastructure across our great nation.
We construct and rehabilitate highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water management and wastewater treatment facilities. In short, we help our clients make "public works" work. Our corporate integrity, financial strength and outstanding record of performance makes us an attractive partner on large, sophisticated infrastructure projects.
From coast to coast, notable projects include The Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, SR 99 Viaduct replacement tunnel in Seattle, East Side Access projects and the Hudson Yards Platform in New York, Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, and multiple airport expansions and bridge projects.
Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent
DESCRIPTION:
As a Sr. Structural Engineer at Tutor Perini Civil -East, reporting to our Chief Engineer, you will have the opportunity to:
  • Perform tasks on projects requiring a broad and / or deep knowledge in the field of heavy/highway civil construction and structural engineering.
  • Perform structural analysis and design; including but not limited to reinforced and pre-stressed concrete design, steel design and timber design, deep foundations, gravity-based foundations, earth retaining structures, crane pick plan / rigging, bridge deck, etc.
  • Implement design and ensure conformance with all applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
  • Prepare and review calculations for analysis along with preparing engineering reports, memoranda, and design submittals.
  • Prepare working/draft construction drawings for AutoCAD drafter.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

REQUIREMENTS:
  • A Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or similar from accredited institution and 10 or more years of relevant experience. Bridge experience required. Masters degree focused in structural engineering is preferred
  • PE license (NY or NJ) required, NY is preferred
  • Proficient in using Structural finite element analysis software tools such as MIDAS or RISA
  • Proficient working knowledge of Excel and Mathcad
  • Proficient working knowledge, understanding, and application of critical industry accepted codes; IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC Steel Specification and Construction Manual, NDS, AREMA, AASHTO and AWS
  • Maintain membership in industry organization (AISC, AWI, RCSC) and continued professional development for PE License
  • Must have the ability to organize and handle multiple tasks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven ability to be successful in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction
  • Experience working on projects in the NYC/Metropolitan area preferred

OUR MISSION
We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
OUR VISION
We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
Tutor Perini builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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About Tutor Perini

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Tutor Perini Corporation (the 'Company') is a leading civil, building and specialty construction company offering diversified general contracting and design-build services to private clients and public agencies throughout the world. We have provided construction services since 1894 and have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing large, complex projects on time and within budget while adhering to strict quality control measures. We offer general contracting, pre-construction planning and comprehensive project management services, including the planning and scheduling of the manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors required for a project. We also offer self-performed construction services, including excavation, concrete forming and placement, steel erection, electrical and mechanical services, plumbing and HVAC. We are known for our major complex building project commitments, as well as our capacity to perform large and complex transportation and heavy civil construction for government agencies and private clients throughout the world.

Industry

Construction

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

1949

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