Structural Engineer at Bechtel Corporation in Knoxville, TN | Kablio

Role

Description

structural design

cad modeling

material selection

design review

bid evaluation

coordination

Designs or participates in design for minor structures and portions of buildings.
Designs structures using knowledge of structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering.
Plans civil/structural layout, prepares detailed civil/structural design and layout drawings for small structures, portions of major buildings, roadways, railroads, etc. Ensures designs are compliant with local and national regulations before and during construction.
Prepares civil/structural designs and construction drawings using 2-D / 3-D computer aided design (CAD), presentation graphics, and civil models and codes.
Determines the appropriate use of various structural elements such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete to ensure appropriate material is used based on load or stress requirements.
Developing professional expertise, applies company policies & procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Participates in reviews and recommends approval of design drawings and data for compliance with requirements.
Provides input to and/or maintains technical logs and records.
Prepares building material interface details for review by senior personnel.
Assists in constructability reviews.
Prepares or participates in preparation of construction drawings, project schedules, graphic presentations, civil drawings, steel and concrete calculations, and material requisitions.
Coordinates development and presentation of material when requested.
Applies company policies & procedures to resolve mostly routine issues.
Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines.
Participates in the design, development, modification, and evaluation of Civil/Structural components and processes.
Checks manufacturers’ drawings and data for compliance with specification and design drawings.
Prepares procurement and subcontract requisition documents and performs associated technical bid evaluations with award recommendations.
Originates structural engineering deliverables, such as steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions.

Requirements

bachelor's

1-2 yrs

5-6 yrs

2-5 yrs

6-9 yrs

continuous learning

Level 1: Requires bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience.
Level 2: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.
Continues to learn and apply professional concepts.

Benefits

Career development within field.
Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1935

Hoover Dam Completion

The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.

560 vessels

WWII Shipyard Production

During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.

$17B

Annual Revenue

Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.

25,000+

Global Projects Completed

Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.

The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.

Culture + Values

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.

Environment + Sustainability

50% by 2030

Fleet Emissions Reduction

Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.

Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.

Inclusion & Diversity

900 Colleagues

Completed MARC Program

A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.

150+ Participants

Women@Bechtel Conference 2022

The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.

260 Female Professionals

Engineering & Safety Roles

Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.

Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces

2022 Recognition

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.

Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.

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Our Services

Careers – Construction Services

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People & Culture

Role

Description

structural design

cad modeling

material selection

design review

bid evaluation

coordination

Designs or participates in design for minor structures and portions of buildings.
Designs structures using knowledge of structural analysis, including statics, dynamics, and materials engineering.
Plans civil/structural layout, prepares detailed civil/structural design and layout drawings for small structures, portions of major buildings, roadways, railroads, etc. Ensures designs are compliant with local and national regulations before and during construction.
Prepares civil/structural designs and construction drawings using 2-D / 3-D computer aided design (CAD), presentation graphics, and civil models and codes.
Determines the appropriate use of various structural elements such as steel, wood, masonry, and concrete to ensure appropriate material is used based on load or stress requirements.
Developing professional expertise, applies company policies & procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Participates in reviews and recommends approval of design drawings and data for compliance with requirements.
Provides input to and/or maintains technical logs and records.
Prepares building material interface details for review by senior personnel.
Assists in constructability reviews.
Prepares or participates in preparation of construction drawings, project schedules, graphic presentations, civil drawings, steel and concrete calculations, and material requisitions.
Coordinates development and presentation of material when requested.
Applies company policies & procedures to resolve mostly routine issues.
Coordinates work and collaborates with other engineering disciplines.
Participates in the design, development, modification, and evaluation of Civil/Structural components and processes.
Checks manufacturers’ drawings and data for compliance with specification and design drawings.
Prepares procurement and subcontract requisition documents and performs associated technical bid evaluations with award recommendations.
Originates structural engineering deliverables, such as steel and concrete calculations, specifications, and material requisitions.

Requirements

bachelor's

1-2 yrs

5-6 yrs

2-5 yrs

6-9 yrs

continuous learning

Level 1: Requires bachelor's degree with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience.
Level 2: Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience.
Continues to learn and apply professional concepts.

Benefits

Career development within field.
Relocation Authorized: National - Family

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1935

Hoover Dam Completion

The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.

560 vessels

WWII Shipyard Production

During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.

$17B

Annual Revenue

Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.

25,000+

Global Projects Completed

Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.

The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.

Culture + Values

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.

Environment + Sustainability

50% by 2030

Fleet Emissions Reduction

Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.

Net Zero 2050

Emissions Goal

Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.

Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.

Inclusion & Diversity

900 Colleagues

Completed MARC Program

A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.

150+ Participants

Women@Bechtel Conference 2022

The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.

260 Female Professionals

Engineering & Safety Roles

Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.

Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces

2022 Recognition

Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.

Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.

Articles

Our Services

Careers – Construction Services

Job Fraud Alert

People & Culture