Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Posted Date

3 days ago

(6/12/2025 5:55 PM)

Job ID 2025-11857

Location : City

Mobile

Location : State/Province

AL

Overview

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Opportunity Snapshot:

Compensation: $75-100/hour

Location: Mobile, AL

Work Schedule: M-F / 40 hours per week / hybrid

Assignment Duration: 12 months+

Benefits: Comprehensive insurance with 401(k)

Responsibilities

Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards. Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team

Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand

Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project

Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required. Producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and completed product meeting the expectations of the client

Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practice

Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. Responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings

Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project. Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified

Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a package, enabling civil/structural purchase inquiries to be issued for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing

Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input

Developing construction specifications. Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications

Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction support

Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the department

Ability to lead small to large size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts and keeping the team focused on scope, schedule and budget

Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget

Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of civil/structural work. This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering from an accredited university is required. Structural coursework is required for structural engineering positions

Professional Engineering registration in either Mississippi, Alabama, or Florida required

10+ years of relevant industrial experience in structural engineering

Knowledge and application of the International Building Code and associated standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.)

Expertise with structural analysis software including operating and interpreting results

Knowledge of the discipline specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projects

Able to lead a small to large team to deliver on commitments

Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation or both. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Good communication skills, both verbal and written

Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution leadership and support

The Bergaila Way:

The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.

Client Overview:

Our Client prides itself in providing unparalleled, comprehensive support to their customers, and exceeding expectations during every phase of their projects. Their experienced team creates solutions of all shapes and sizes for industries of all shapes and sizes, by combining all the capability of a global EPC and controls and automation company, with the responsiveness of a small, local firm.