Equipment Design Engineer

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units - Storage Solutions, the world leader in tanks, terminals, and storage systems, and Asset Solutions, a leading provider of operations, management, wells and decommissioning services - we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

Overview

The Construction Support Engineer is responsible for performing or checking designs and erection drawings of assigned deliverables on CB&I Storage Solutions projects.  The work includes among other things, constructability studies, layouts, design calculations, erection material, fall protection, specification development and construction documents.  Over the course of time, capabilities for plate structures design engineering must increase as level of complexity of assignments increases and expectations expand for working independently with less supervision. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain proprietary CB&I equipment used for construction, lifting, jacking, erection, fall protection, fabrication, and field operations.
• Perform structural and mechanical design calculations for new equipment and modifications to existing equipment.
• Create engineering drawings, specifications, operating procedures, inspection requirements, and maintenance documentation.
• Lead equipment improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, reliability, and cost reduction.
• Investigate equipment failures and operational issues; perform root cause analyses and develop corrective actions.
• Evaluate equipment performance through field observations, testing, and data collection.
• Support fabrication and manufacturing activities associated with proprietary equipment.
• Design and validate lifting devices, support structures, anchorage systems, jacking systems, and other specialized equipment in accordance with AISC, ASME B30, OSHA, and applicable design standards.
• Collaborate with operations personnel to identify equipment needs and develop practical solutions.
• Travel to fabrication facilities and project sites to monitor equipment performance and provide technical assistance.
• Assist with development of new proprietary technologies, methods, and intellectual property.
• Participate in equipment standardization and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Local Requirements

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and improve proprietary construction, lifting, and fabrication equipment.
• Perform structural and mechanical analyses to support equipment design and modifications.
• Develop engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Investigate equipment failures, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate equipment performance through testing, field inspections, and data analysis.
• Provide technical support to fabrication facilities, project teams, and field operations.
• Ensure equipment designs comply with applicable safety and engineering standards.
• Support equipment innovation, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Summary: Responsible for the engineering, performance, safety, and continuous improvement of proprietary construction equipment, while providing technical support to fabrication and field operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• BS in Civil, Structural or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited school is preferred.
• EIT or working toward obtaining EIT, and then a professional engineering license is preferred.
• Experience with storage tanks and/or pressure vessel design is desired
• Professional Engineering license in at least one state is preferred

Skills and Behaviors

• Solve complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions to improve constructability; exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Adapt, learn and contribute to varying and complex environments.
• Solve problems in straightforward situations; analyze possible solutions using technical experience and judgement and precedents.
• Understands key business drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
• Has above-average self-awareness and interpersonal skills.
• Establishes and maintains medium- and long-term career and personal development goals. 
• Proactively embraces and promotes the company’s values and culture.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, organized, and the ability to successfully multi-task.
• Functional experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits:

CB&I is proud to offer eligible employees a robust package of benefits, including major medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-matching program, FSA/HSA programs, long- and short-term disability options, life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

In accordance with applicable local and state laws or regulations, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Please discuss any compensation-related questions with your recruiter during the interview process.

Pay Range $85,366 - $106,707 USD $/Annually