Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Bracing (Structural/Civil) Engineer in Pleasanton, CA.
Summary:
This position is responsible for independently delivering engineering services, with a proven track record of excellence from conceptual design through construction completion.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Independently complete conceptual design through construction drawing development for bracing of pipes, HVAC etc. for large complex project or multiple projects simultaneously
* Appropriate engagement of engineering applications and/or managers in project decisions
* Proactively communicate and coordinate project designs with Project Management, Construction and Service departments, Controls, and other trade partners
* Field engineering: assist with project execution, trade coordination, scheduling, document management and problem solving/troubleshooting, as required
* Effectively and professionally communicate with colleagues and project team members
* Manage time to meet project schedules and task deadlines
* Equipment anchorage calculations and PE wet stamped installation package including BOM
* Equipment vibration isolation calculations and PE wet stamped installation package including BOM
* Design roof top duct and pipe supports, and PE stamped installation package including BOM
* Riser duct and pipe supports, and PE stamped installation package
* Seismic restraint calculations for duct and pipe
* Roof structure verification of existing structures for equipment replacement
* Structural design of equipment skids
* Design of supplemental steel for equipment, duct or pipe supports including BOM
* Create templates and standard designs for supports, attachments and seismic bracing that creates an economy of scale that is cost effective to install and build
* Other duties as assigned by Manager* BS in Structural or Civil Engineering
* Professional Engineer license highly desirable, but not required; Must be able to obtain within a short period of time
* 8+ years of experience in structural design of bracing systems (pipes, HVAC, etc.)
* Excellent understanding of engineering and design fundamentals
* Excellent familiarity with building codes and industry standards
* Thorough understanding of seismic bracing design, attachment design, supplemental support design
* Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit or Bluebeam, or similar drafting software preferred
* Knowledgeable with 3D modeling software to create design and installation packages
* Expert in project planning, coordination, and execution
* Expert level understanding of building codes, structural guidelines, and best practices
* Excellent understanding of ACCO engineering standards and project execution processes
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Able to work independently with limited oversight, as well as part of a highly collaborative team
* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and multitask