Civil Structural Engineer

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Civil Structural Engineer to join our growing Engineering Technology team. This position will be available at the Chemours Headquarters in Wilmington, DE and report directly to the Technology Leader for Process Equipment and Rotating Machinery.

The successful candidate will join a diverse team of technical experts who provide high-value, innovative engineering solutions to Chemours global chemical businesses in support of research and development, plant operations, and new capital projects.  They will support the structural reliability and safety of our manufacturing facilities by providing guidance on the design, assessment, and maintenance of buildings, foundations, supports, and process infrastructure essential to site operations. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a broad set of multidisciplinary teams to ensure structural solutions meet operational, safety, and regulatory requirements as well as the freedom to directly champion company standards and continuous improvement within a dynamic chemical industry environment.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead civil/structural aspects of Chemours initiatives through collaboration with manufacturing site personnel, other subject matter experts, capital project team members, regulatory agencies, and external engineering service providers.

• Conduct condition assessments and recommend remediation actions for existing structures, supports, and foundations.

• Perform structural analysis and modeling for steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and other structures to ensure code compliance, safety, and durability under chemical plant conditions.

• Design and review structural components and systems for new construction, modifications, and upgrades to chemical facility assets.

• Support incident investigations and root cause analyses related to structural failures or safety concerns.

The following is required for this role:

• BS or MS degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university.

• 7+ years of civil/structural engineering experience, with at least 3 years in the chemical or related industry.

• Strong understanding of industrial codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, AASHTO, OSHA).

• Thorough knowledge of core civil engineering competencies including engineering mechanics, materials of construction, structural engineering design and analysis, and specification of civil and structural components.

• Ability to maintain a travel rate of approximately 25 - 30% and perform field assessments that may require climbing ladders.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or actively working towards licensure.

• Basic knowledge of geotechnical/foundation engineering, site grading, drainage, hydrology, groundwater protection, environmental structures, underground piping systems, roadway/railway systems, loading/unloading facilities, etc.

• Experience with specialized structures associated with the chemical industry (process buildings, pipe racks, tank foundations, containment areas, trenches/sumps/dikes, sewers, waste treatment facilities, outfalls, diffusers, etc.).

• Proficiency with relevant structural engineering software packages.

• Familiarity with chemical safety protocols, risk assessment methodologies, sustainability practices, and resilient design in industrial settings.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program  

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

$105,280.00 - $164,500.00

Chemours Level:

26

Annual Bonus Target:

11%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."