Senior Structural Engineer III 4P/617

Experience Level: 30+ Years (or PE with advanced degree)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Mon–Thu in office, Fri remote) | Fully Remote Considered

Client- Southern Company Services

Contract- 3 Years

Position Overview

The Senior Structural Engineer III provides advanced structural engineering expertise supporting heavy industrial and power plant facilities. This senior-level role is responsible for structural design, analysis, field support, inspections, and technical oversight of complex multi-disciplinary projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in structural steel and concrete design within industrial environments and is capable of independently leading large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities

Structural Engineering & Design

• Provide structural engineering services and field support for heavy industrial and power generation facilities


• Prepare and review structural designs and detailed calculations


• Produce and check structural steel design calculations and drawings


• Develop material takeoffs and cost estimates


• Provide schedule and staffing input for projects

Field Support & Inspections

• Conduct site walkdowns at construction sites


• Perform structural inspections


• Prepare written inspection reports and recommendations


• Provide technical support during construction and project execution

Technical Leadership

• Lead and coordinate multi-discipline structural design efforts


• Ensure compliance with structural codes, standards, and OSHA regulations


• Manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously


• Provide technical mentorship and guidance as needed

Required Qualifications

• 30+ years of heavy industrial / power plant structural engineering experience
  OR


• Accredited Bachelor’s & Master’s Degree in Engineering with Professional Engineering (PE) license


• Extensive experience in:
  
  
  
  • Structural steel design
  
  
  • Concrete design principles
  
  
  • Structural steel connection design
  
  
  • Heavy industrial structures and components
  
  
  
  


• Proficiency with:
  
  
  
  • Structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD Pro)
  
  
  • Applicable structural codes and standards
  
  
  • OSHA regulations
  
  
  
  


• Strong computer skills and analytical capabilities


• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Ability to coordinate and manage large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Core Competencies

• Advanced structural analysis and design expertise


• Industrial and power plant structural systems knowledge


• Regulatory and safety compliance awareness


• Multi-project leadership capability


• Relationship building with plant staff, engineering teams, and vendors

Work Environment

• Hybrid schedule: Monday–Thursday in office, Friday remote


• Occasional site visits required (if local)


• Fully remote candidates may be considered