KBR Careers · 12 hours ago
Civil/Structural Designer
Newark, Delaware
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic solutions across the asset life cycle. They are seeking a Civil Structural Designer to develop high-quality civil and structural design deliverables and support projects from concept through construction.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Develop detailed civil, structural, and architectural drawings for industrial facilities (concrete, steel, foundations, equipment supports, pipe racks, platforms, buildings)
Produce Issued for Construction (IFC) drawing packages in accordance with project specifications, codes, and standards
Prepare and maintain structural design calculations, material take‑offs, and design documentation
Develop construction specifications, scopes of work, and design deliverables supporting procurement and construction
Support field investigations, site walks, and condition assessments; develop repair plans and recommendations based on field findings
Coordinate design activities with civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and process disciplines
Interface with engineers, project managers, and clients to resolve technical issues and ensure constructability
Apply industry codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, OSHA, IBC, local codes) to design work
Support design reviews, model reviews, and drawing checks to ensure quality and compliance
Mentor junior designers and contribute to continuous improvement of design practices
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience as a Civil Structural Designer in industrial environments (oil & gas, chemicals, power, manufacturing, LNG, hydrogen, or similar)
Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD
Strong knowledge of steel and concrete design detailing, foundations, and industrial structures
Experience supporting projects through detailed design and construction phases
Ability to read and interpret engineering calculations, specifications, and vendor drawings
Strong understanding of constructability, field execution considerations, and safety requirements
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred
Experience with 3D design tools (e.g., SmartPlant, AVEVA E3D, Revit, Tekla) strongly preferred
Benefits
401K plan with company match
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Company
KBR Careers
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