[Hiring] Associate Structural Engineer @CECO Environmental

Role Description

The Associate Structural Engineer designs safe, efficient main and secondary structural systems for industrial exhaust ducting. This role supports power generation projects utilizing large-scale combustion turbines. You will perform calculations, create Structural Analysis 3D models, and collaborate with fabrication teams. Preference will be given to candidates who can work onsite in Addison, TX; however, remote candidates may be considered for the right individual.

• Structural Analysis: Perform member sizing conforming to LRFD and/or ASD methods per AISC 360 bending, deflection, and stability checks using static loading and environmental or operating loading such as wind, seismic, and thermal calculations for exhaust ducting systems.
• Design & Modeling: Develop 3D structural models of ducting, internal liners, and support steel.
• Code Compliance: Ensure designs meet AISC 360, ASCE 7, AWS D1.1, and applicable international building codes.
• Fabrication Support: Review fabrication drawings, answer shop inquiries, and resolve material issues.
• Collaboration: Coordinate with pipe stress/mechanical engineers, project engineers/managers, and drafting personnel.
• Documentation: Prepare clear, organized structural calculation packages for client review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro, or RISA-3D, and AutoCAD.
• Basic understanding of high-temperature materials and thermal expansion.

Requirements

• Experience with Autodesk® Inventor or similar 3D mechanical design software.
• Certification: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) status preferred.
• Basic understanding of thermal expansion concepts in large lined and insulated ducting or plate structures.
• Experience FEM work analysis and mesh modeling.
• Knowledge of common industrial welding practices and fabrication constraints.
• Ability to interpret process drawings; P&IDs and coordinate ducting layouts with process requirements.

Travel Requirements

Travel is expected to be no more than 5% of working time.

ADA Requirements

• Work Environment; Office Position: This position is based remotely. Minimal physical requirements, primarily computer use, and communication via virtual platforms, are necessary. Flexibility to adapt to occasional scheduled video meetings and collaborative tasks is essential.
• Positions in this function typically require standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.
• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job.
• Compliance with company attendance standards.
• Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Benefits

• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
• Employee 401(k).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commitment to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives.
• Belief that a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, inspiring innovation and bringing the best solutions to our customers.