Structural Engineer

On-Board Engineering is hiring a Structural Engineer in Hopewell, VA! Position Details: Position Type: Full Time Job Location: Hopewell, VA (with hybrid flexibility and occassional travel to other sites) Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401k Compensation: $40 - $50/hr, depending on experience and qualifications Background and Drug Screenings Required Structural Engineer Job Summary: We are seeking a Structural Engineer to join the capital projects engineering team. This role involves providing structural engineering support for all phases of capital projects at chemical plants: initial planning and scoping, detailed engineering and design, and construction. Duties and Responsibilities: Structural engineering and design for steel structures, equipment supports (pumps, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc.), pipe supports, pipe racks, concrete foundations for tanks / equipment, equipment pads, analysis of existing structures and foundations, underground piping, etc. Developing conceptual layouts, preliminary designs, and material take-offs for estimating during project scoping Producing calculations, designs, specifications, scopes of work, engineering packages, sketches/drawings for procurement, bidding, and construction Reviewing and checking vendor drawings, and other disciplines' drawings for structural input Performing fieldwork to gather field data, check tie-ins, inspect / verify existing conditions, provide construction support, provide repair recommendations, etc. Providing assistance and direction to the design team to produce drawings suitable for bidding and construction purposes Reviewing fabrication drawings, requests for information (RFI), and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings, requirements, and specifications Some travel (10%) to other sites in Alabama, Pennsylvania, and within Virginia may be necessary Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in structural engineering Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role at a chemical plant or similar industrial facility (power plant, refinery, paper/pulp, pharmaceutical, etc.) Additional Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experiences: Strong communication skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to work independently and in a multi-functional team environment Experience in 3D modeling utilizing software such as AutoCAD and/or CADWorx Structure software to create 3D models and drawings Experience with design software, such as Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, STAAD, RISA, GT STRUDL, etc. On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America. The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner." On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. 25-05178 INDE

Created: 2025-10-01