Structural Marine Engineer - Temporary Structures - Kiewit Infras...
Kiewit - Vancouver, Washington, United States, 98660
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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering has an opening for a dynamic Experienced Marine Engineer in our Temporary Works Group. The ideal candidate will be a part of a growing team that supports all aspects of the construction process by performing innovative design engineering through brainstorming conceptual designs, performing and/or reviewing structural calculations, marine engineering calculations, developing plans, scheduling tasks to meet client needs, as well as mitigating risk to keep our construction crews safe. With recent acquisitions and market growth Kiewit is poised to be a premier marine contractor throughout North America. Our Temporary Works Group consists of innovative design engineers whose expertise in designing and building temporary structures adds value to the success of our clients' projects. Additionally, we provide on-site engineering and coordination support through leading and collaborating with Kiewit's construction teams. This group supports design-build projects by providing analysis, design, and oversight for marine-related temporary works including the following: Temporary bridges and trestles, Cofferdams, Bridge falsework, Overwater and floating marine construction platform, Barges and derricks, Heavy lifting devices, Pile picking devices, Pile driving templates, Marine Bulkheads, Marine shoring systems, Critical crane lifts, Erection sequencing & staged construction analysis, Hoisting and jacking, Deep foundations and dewatering, Excavation support, Pile drive analysis, estimate support, Working surface design, and On-site engineering support. Responsibilities include performing design reviews and evaluate constructability, planning, scheduling, and coordinating detailed phases of the engineering work, performing work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features, designing and preparing engineering calculations, drawings and reports, utilizing computers for reviewing and compiling information, resolving technical issues and managing information generated through the design and construction phases, and working closely with junior and senior engineers to research compliance specifications and technical design issues. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field, marine background and experience, Professional Engineer licensure or eligibility within the United States, 3+ years marine/naval/structural engineering experience, experience with design of waterfront structures, ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings, industry journals, documents & regulations, specific technical knowledge of hydrostatics, vessel stability, soil-structure interaction, and structural analysis, experience with engineering design software, experience with working in a team setting, excellent communication skills, strong inter-personal skills, ability to organize and handle multiple project assignments, ability to travel/TDY assignments and/or relocate based on business needs, and ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.