Associate Design Engineer-Structures

Role Definition

This position will be part of a multi-disciplined engineering team within our Caterpillar India organization that provides engineering solutions for customers Gas Compression and Power Generating stations for EPC Projects.

The identified candidate will be a member of a cross-functional team that Involves in FEED, Detail engineering, Procurement, inhouse Fabrication and Commissioning activities and ensues all performance metrics are achieved.

Responsibilities

• The candidate should possess a minimum of 6-8 years of industry experience in engineering / design execution and associated applications
• Designing of steel structures for various projects, ensuring they meet industry standards and project requirements.
• Ensure to select appropriate material for steel structures based on factors such as load-bearing capacity, environmental conditions, and project specifications
• Ensure all steel structures comply with relevant specifications, codes, and standards.
• Coordinating with other engineering disciplines and managing project timelines and budgets.
• Diagnosing and reviewing 3D model issues and performing 2D drawing generation and review.
• Ensuring all the drawings comply with relevant specifications, codes and standards.
• Developing and documenting functional requirements and translating into detail design documents. Participating in build analysis for product components.
• Preparation MTO, BOM from Structural 3D Models.

Degree Requirement - Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering.

Skill Descriptors

Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Structural Member design, Connection design, Foundation Design, Pipe Rack design, Loading and load assessment.
• Preparation of Technical Specification for Structural Components, RFQ finalization & Vendor Drawings review.
• Flexible and quick to learn global developments in EPC- Oil & Gas projects technologies and adopt.

Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software such as Advance Steel, Revit, Tekla, STAAD Pro. AutoCad & E3D
• Proficiency in Navis Work manage.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.

Level Basic Understanding:

• Ability to manage projects, including scheduling and coordinating with other disciplines.
• Explains characteristics and steps in an effective decision-making process.
• Identifies issues and communicates with other engineers, project managers and stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate with decision makers in own environment and cites examples of past decisions.

Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Delivers helpful feedback that focuses on behaviours without offending the recipient.
• Listens to feedback without defensiveness and uses it for own communication effectiveness.
• Makes oral presentations and writes reports needed for own work.
• Avoids technical jargon when inappropriate.
• Looks for and considers non-verbal cues from individuals and groups.

Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing or product development environment.

Level Basic Understanding:

• A strong understanding of engineering principles and structural mechanics.
• Discusses basic concepts behind a systematic approach to solving technical problems.
• Identifies available resources and support systems for troubleshooting.
• Precision in reviewing and verifying drawings to avoid errors and ensure compliance with standards.

Technical Excellence: Knowledge of a given technology and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.

Preferred Competencies:

• Knowledge of Structural Engineering Design Codes & Standards such as ASCE 7, IBC, AISC, OSHA etc
• 3D Modelling using Autodesk Advance Steel, Revit.
• 3D Model Review, Clash Check and Resolution.
• Uses a structured approach in analyzing and resolving technical problems.
• Continuous improvement of the design activity in terms of technical knowledge, efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• Provides examples or case studies demonstrating technical excellence in actual business scenarios.
• Candidate should Well Versed with Oil and gas EPC projects with exposure to multi-disciplinary engineering teams.