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Military Veteran Opportunity - Structural Designer (Multiple Positions Available)

Bechtel Corporation
full-time
Knoxville, Tennessee | Oak Ridge, Tennessee | Ogden, Utah | Reston, Virginia
Posted 10/22/2026

Job Description

<p><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Requisition ID: 297339</strong></span></span></p><ul type="disc"><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Relocation Authorized: </span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project </span></strong></span></li><li style="vertical-align: middle;"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Work Location: Knoxville, TN, Oak Ridge, TN, Ogden, UT, Reston, VA</span></strong></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 9pt; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Salary Range for Reston, VA only $106,900 - $154,700 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.</span></span></li></ul><div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p style="margin-bottom: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. </span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Core to Bechtel is our <a style="color: #0563c1; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/" href="https://www.bechtel.com/about-us/vision-values-covenants/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: none;">Vision, Values and Commitments</span></a>. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our <a style="color: #0563c1; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuEx0BFBSFE" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: none;">extraordinary teams building inspiring projects</span></a> in our <a style="color: #0563c1; text-decoration: underline;" title="https://impact.bechtel.com/" href="https://impact.bechtel.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: none;">Impact Report</span></a>. </span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Project Overview:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Leveraging your military experience to contribute to a new mission: At Bechtel, we recognize the invaluable skills, dedication, and leadership that military veterans bring to the workforce. We believe that your unique experiences and diverse perspective will make our project teams stronger, and we would like to help you build on those experiences in your civilian career. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for veterans and their families. We are proud to support those who have served our country and are committed to helping you build a successful and fulfilling career with Bechtel. <span style="color: white;">#LI-SNH</span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Job Summary:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This role will support design development of structural (concrete & steel) engineering designs for the project by preparing studies, drawings, and evaluations, in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. Work with other designers/engineers and technical disciplines in a team environment. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities, can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We currently have multiple positions available on our Nuclear, Security & Environmental projects. Potential project locations include Oak Ridge, TN, Knoxville, TN, Reston, VA, Ogden, UT. Our Talent Acquisition team can help determine which projects/roles best fit your background and interests.</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Major Responsibilities:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><ul><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Originate and check Civil/Structural deliverables of high complexity, including structural steel design drawings.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Originate and check Civil/Structural deliverables of high complexity, including structural concrete forming and reinforcing design drawings.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Interpret and verify industry standards, guidelines, and codes for project deliverables.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Report design quantities compared to estimated quantities.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work with CSA Group supervisor to plan, budget and schedule drawing and 3-D model deliverables within the discipline.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in project design/model reviews.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in constructability reviews.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Review vendor information from subcontractors and integrate it into the design solution.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Execute schedule requirements while maintaining a high degree of quality in work products.</span></li><li style="line-height: 115%; font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Coordinate closely with other technical disciplines in executing work as an integrated team.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Education and Experience Requirements:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">BS degree in a related field with 8 years of related design experience or AA/AS degree with 7-8 years of related design experience. In lieu of a degree, 9-12 years of related design experience.</span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Required Knowledge and Skills:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical (if located at the construction site), and background check which includes verification of employment and education.</span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Minimum Qualifications:</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience in the use of Bechtel standard applications of CAD software.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experienced user of Tekla Structures.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Must possess experience of Tekla Structures model exchange and interoperability with model tools such as Revit and Smart Plant (S3D).</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Work experience should emphasize the civil/structural design of heavy industrial-type facilities. Must be familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiar with the provisions of AISC, ACI, UBC, and OSHA codes. Knowledge of construction materials and construction details and techniques.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiar with the methods of procurement and control of bulk materials.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of technical responsibilities of other disciplines associated with Facilities Design.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience creating structural design drawings.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to independently execute the detailed design drawings of structural systems of high complexity.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thorough knowledge of engineering deliverables, such as drawings and specifications.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to express technical issues in a clear and concise manner, both written and verbally.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to resolve design issues with subordinates, other engineering disciplines, construction, and the client.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to issue a clear and concise direction to subordinate designers and drafters.</span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Preferred Qualifications:</span></p><ul><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience in structural design (steel and concrete) for Nuclear Quality and Safety Environment.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">AA in civil/structural engineering or engineering technology.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience working with procedures meeting quality assurance programs such as ISO-9000.and /or NQA-1.</span></li><li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with the use or knowledge of MicroStation structural suite(s), Smartplant Construction field experience.</span></li></ul></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Total Rewards/Benefits:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p style="margin-bottom: 11px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at <a style="color: blue; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.bechtel.com/about/life-at-bechtel/total-rewards/">Bechtel Total Rewards</a></span></span></span></span></p></div></div><div style='padding: 10px 0px;border: 1px solid transparent;'><div style='font-size:16px;word-wrap: break-word;'><H2 style='font-size: 1em; margin: 0px'><b>Diverse teams build the extraordinary:</b></H2>&#13;</div><div><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHQGhaeRJsU">Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.</a></span></span></p></div></div></div><p style="text-align:center"> </p><p style="text-align:center"><em><strong><span style="font-size:8.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components</span></span></strong></em></p><p style="text-align:center"><span style="font-size:6.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial"><strong style="font-weight:bold"><em style="font-style:italic"><span style="color:#3f3f3f">Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to </span></em></strong><a href="mailto:acesstmt@bechtel.com"><strong style="font-weight:bold">acesstmt@bechtel.com</strong></a></span></span></p>

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Knoxville, Tennessee | Oak Ridge, Tennessee | Ogden, Utah | Reston, Virginia

Categories

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