Principal Structural Engineer C12-2269

Job Type

Direct Hire

Location

Bismarck, ND

Description

Our Client is looking for an engineer for their Bismarck, North Dakota office  with experience as a civil or structural design engineer.  Petrochemical, Refinery, Heavy Industrial, Power or Surface Mining industries preferred.

Working knowledge of US building codes and materials specifications required.

Recognized expertise within area of focus. Uses best practices to solve functional issues and improve programs and/or processes in support of organizational business challenges. Participates in plan implementation. Independently works through individual projects and/or plays key role in broader projects. Relies on systemic thinking and understanding of broader organizational implications of the work being performed to solve problems.

Computer proficiency required. Proficient with engineering software applications; Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Accuracy and attention to detail important. Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities somewhat important. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are critical. Usually able to explain why things are done they way they are within a broader organizational context.

Commitment to customer service and ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Ability to maintain confidential information is critical.

Generally characterized as a "Independent Contributor" with ability to discover issues and recommend solutions to business problems uncovered during course of performing assignments. Able to work independently on the more varied and complex tasks and/or functional leadership without direct supervision as needed. Provides expertise and guidance to less experienced individuals.

Typically will regularly interface with departmental staff and lower, middle and upper management, and frequently with outside customers.

General attributes required of all employees include: Zero Harm, Action Orientation, Building Effective Business Relationships, Commitment, Customer Focus, Dealing with Change, Drive for Results, Integrity and Trust, and Basic Leadership Skills.

Willingness to travel or to accept field assignments preferred.

Willingness to engage in professional associations preferred.

Ability to work effectively in teams.

Requirements

BS or MS in related field or applicable discipline, typically an engineering degree; or equivalent experience if allowed by law. Expert knowledge of applicable theories, practices, and accepted procedures. Typically minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; relevant professional registration preferred.

Recognized as a functional expert and thought leader within the department and broader organization.

Computer proficiency required; Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Accuracy and attention to detail important. Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities somewhat important. The ability to prepare and present complex program proposals and reports to senior level management and customers is critical. Ability to establish project estimates and oversight of project budgets. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to effectively teach what they know to other employees.

Commitment to customer service and ability to guide department personnel in partnership with and during manager's absence is essential. Ability to maintain confidential information critical.