Senior Design Specialist A 2D3D Structural Designer

OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Senior Design Specialist - A 2D/3D Structural Designer to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions in Aiken South Carolina.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOEs nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work and consistently exceed expectations apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The main duties include but are not limited to:

Develop designs for complex engineering systems

Prepare drawings and technical reports

Participate in the development of design standards and procedures

Perform technical review of design documents and specifications

Provide engineering services support to construction activities

Prepare and review design standards and procedures

Prepare construction installation specifications and details

Prepare procurement specifications and bid analysis

Review and approve Design Change Forms

Resolve existing design discrepancies with the most cost effective approach to meet design criteria

Initiate Design Change Forms and coordinate with Subcontractors or other responsible group for approval/incorporation

Provide dispositions to Nonconformance Reports and Field Problem Memos by determining a solution to the condition which will satisfy design criteria

Perform inspections by facilities systems or components as required for proper evaluation of conditions

Review construction procedures to ensure compliance with design engineering criteria and applicable codes

Review construction procedures to ensure compliance with design engineering criteria and applicable codes.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

An associates degree in a technical discipline and at least 10 - 12 years work experience

Or 12 - 16 years of practical work experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires an in-depth knowledge of engineering systems applications calculations materials construction methods and relevant computer applications

Applies advanced principles and practices in engineering to resolve problems identified by construction organizations in a timely manner

Candidate must demonstrate 8 years of experience as a Structural Designer including experience with structural detailing and design of building structures and commodity supports

Knowledge of 3D structural modeling and experience using 3D Modeling using Hexagons S3D software is required

Must have working knowledge of National Codes and Standards for structural design

Ability to work in a diverse work environment

Candidate must have the ability to produce quality documents with attention to detail

Continued updating on new technologies and hardware in the industry is necessary

Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below)

Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience on DOE sites and programs

Candidates who have possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years are preferred

Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience is preferred.

LOCATION

Aiken South Carolina

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects managements assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules which prohibit marijuana use even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

Candidate must be able to perform field walk-downs of the job site for the engineering work being performed. These walk-downs may involve construction sites with uneven surfaces and work in progress walking for distances over a half mile climbing ladders to access remote areas dressing out in protective clothing.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental) 401K plan and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee you will have access to in-house training career pathing mentoring award programs tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.