Structural Engineeer

Structural EngineerGENERAL PURPOSE OF THIS JOB (Summary)

Terra Nova Technologies (TNT), a subsidiary of Cementation, based in San Diego, designs, supplies, delivers, and installs material handling systems for mining and mineral processing, coal, aggregate, and cement clients throughout the world. Our experience includes delivery of mobile stacking systems, crushing plants, and conveyor projects (stockpile, overland, underground, in-pit, and In-plant) in 15 countries on 6 continents. We currently hold about 80% of the world market in the manufacture and installation of multiple-lift heap leach stacking systems.

TNT currently has an exciting opportunity for a Structural Engineering position in our San Diego, and our Boise ID, location and reporting to the Engineering Manager in San Diego. This role has the overall responsibility for providing Structural Engineering Services on a variety of material handling projects. If you have a successful track record and thrive on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Functional Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and specification of structural equipment required for the support of underground and aboveground mining, mineral processing, materials handling, and other heavy industrial applications.

• Reviewing client specifications, design criteria, and documents
• Develop project-specific structural specifications and design criteria
• Develop and provide recommendations for complex structural designs
• Perform detailed structural calculations using Bentley RAM Software
• Familiar with other structural software (Bentley Staad Pro, Autodesk Robot, SAP 2000) an asset
• Responsible for calculation reports
• Preparation of conveyor/equipment steel and concrete MTOs
• Review project structural designs and drafting development for quality and accuracy
• Work closely with designers to create and review engineering drawings
• Monitor project deliverables, schedules, progress reports for structural items
• Working alongside and directly with other Structural, Mechanical and Electrical engineers as part of a project team
• Assist in feasibility studies and estimates
• Supervise and mentor junior level engineers
• Other duties as assigned

Health & Safety

• Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Cementation and TNT
• Incorporate Health and Safety considerations in all functions and daily activities of the position
• Monitor work environment for health and safety hazards or infractions and reports the same to Health and Safety Department
• Keep work area clean and free of clutter
• Use proper equipment for the job, i.e. stepladder vs. chair

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• 10+ years of experience with material handling, structural design experience in mining/heavy industry
• Registered as a professional engineer
• Understanding structural codes and standards required
• Knowledge of US structural codes and standards, including ASCE-7 required
• Understanding international structural codes and standards is an asset

Certificate(s), License(s), Registration(s)

• Professional Engineer with (PE) designation preferred
• PMP designation or accreditation preferred

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Ability to travel/site visits (short-term basis) required
• Some Supervision of design and drafting personnel on various projects
• Strategic leadership skills, including the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to implement strategic initiatives that positively impact the operations' business plans, operating profits, practices, policies, and procedures
• Decision making and prioritization skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Possess problem solving, critical thinking skills
• Proven customer service management experience
• General knowledge of applicable mining regulations, safety codes and acts

Cementation & TNT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.