Structural Engineer – Asset Integrity

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Act as the main engineering resource for evaluations of structural assets.

• Evaluate the condition of structures, pinpoint deficiencies, and prioritize corrective actions.

• Review, interpret, and validate findings from structural inspections.

• Convert field data into engineering assessments and recommendations.

• Confirm conditions and collect additional information as needed.

• Compose engineering reports, condition assessments, and technical recommendations.

• Assess and rank repair urgency based on client criteria.

• Create scopes for repairs and suggestions for capital expenditures.

• Prepare calculations, designs, and repair drawings.

• Collaborate with Orbital’s office engineering team to devise technically sound and code-compliant repair solutions.

• Offer engineering support during repair implementation, which includes responding to RFIs, reviewing submissions, and addressing field conditions.

• Assist in long-term asset management planning, maintenance strategies, and capital planning initiatives.

• Keep records of engineering evaluations, calculations, and repair history.

• Detect recurring deficiency trends and formulate proactive recommendations for enhancing asset reliability.

• Serve as the structural engineering liaison for client operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

• Share findings, recommendations, and project updates with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Aid in the development of proposals, cost estimation, and scope definition.

• Adhere to safety, quality, and applicable codes, standards, and QMS requirements.

• Engage in pre-job planning, JHAs, and safety meetings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in structural engineering within industrial settings.

• Proficient in structural steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and/or foundation systems.

• Experience in asset-intensive sectors such as power generation, oil and gas, refining, chemical processing, manufacturing, steel, mining, or materials processing.

• Capability to independently create engineering evaluations, repair designs, and capital recommendations based on inspection and condition assessment data.

• Ability to work autonomously while maintaining effective communication with an office-based support team.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Competency in preparing clear calculations, technical reports, and recommendations for diverse audiences.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software.

• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license or the intent and ability to obtain licensure.

• Experience contributing to Asset Management, Asset Integrity, Mechanical Integrity (MI), or Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs.

• Familiar with digital inspection platforms and asset management systems.

• Experience providing engineering support during repair and construction phases.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Options for supplemental insurance.

• Company-funded life and AD&D insurance.

• Company-funded short-term disability coverage.

• Generous paid time off policy.

• Remote work options.