Job Description:
VCI is currently seeking an onsite full-time Civil Designer in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position entails providing A/E services for the Department of Energy associated with the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. This role ensures quality and compliance across every phase of design. Ideal candidates bring strong organizational skills, technical expertise, and a proactive mindset to resolve issues. This position is primarily in VCI’s office in Harahan, LA with site visits to the SPR’s four cavern locations in Texas and Louisiana required several times a year.
Required Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Aided Drafting & Design and 6 years of experience in heavy industry/oil and gas design.
- Pass a background check required for Federal Government PIV badging.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer in Training
- Engineering/Design experience in oil and gas
Required Responsibilities include:
· Serves as the civil designer responsible for oil and gas design packages.
· Engineering and design of foundations for large equipment with associated access platforms, pipe supports, roads, etc. is the primary function of this position.
· Field verification, condition assessment, and inspections will be conducted as needed to further the design.
· Responsible for the creation of updated record drawings in accordance with National CAD standards using existing drawings and findings of field verification and investigation.
· Reviews plans, specifications and other documents to identify discrepancies, code violations, improper materials or techniques, and substandard or poor-quality workmanship.
Required Skills
· Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
· Specific knowledge of civil/structural design required.
· General knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security system drawings is highly desirable.
· Must be proficient with AutoCAD, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, and Bluebeam Software.
- Efficient use of the Microsoft Suite of Services, including SharePoint, Teams, Word, Outlook, and Excel skills.
· Deliver contract requirements in a timely manner.
· Must be able to work in all weather conditions, wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment, walk long distances, stand for long periods, lift construction materials to access inspections, climb ladders and scaffolding, navigate typical civil construction site obstacles, and drive site provided utility vehicles.
VCI offers excellent benefits, including 100% paid medical premiums for each eligible employee and 20% of medical premiums for qualifying dependents. Additionally, eligible employees can participate in the 401(k) plan after a 3-month waiting period, with immediate contributions. VCI matches $1 for every $1 on the first 4% of your salary deferrals, among many other exceptional benefits.
With our broad experience and deep knowledge of construction management services and engineering design, VCI brings exceptional skills and expertise to every construction project we manage, from cradle to grave. We have more than fifteen years of proven performance in the delivery of professional construction management and engineering services to multiple clients throughout the United States. These services include providing onsite construction quality managers / inspectors, scheduling, cost estimating, construction document management, constructability reviews, design reviews, commissioning, facilitated partnering, change management, claims consulting, and AE/designer of record services. And we do all of this as a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your salary requirement?
Education:
Experience:
- Civil engineering: 6 years (Required)
- oil and gas: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- New Orleans, LA 70123 (Required)
Work Location: In person
