From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

While reporting to the Associate Director, Engineering the Senior Structural Engineer will be responsible for design and preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, capital authorization applications, selection of materials, equipment and services, construction management, and equipment installation for engineering projects required to expand, modify, or construct new SONOCO facilities. Responsible for managing project budget, schedule, and performing jobsite inspections to insure compliance with design is achieved. Will direct and provide engineering guidance to staff engineers, technicians, and others as required to accomplish the above responsibilities.

What you will be doing:

Develop designs, specifications, and cost estimates for various civil / structural projects that are required to meet the manufacturing needs of SONOCO’s facilities located throughout US, Canada, and Mexico. Including facility and heavy industrial equipment foundation structural design.

Provide project and onsite construction management to ensure the requirements of the project are achieved. · The position will require an in-depth working knowledge of current industrial facility construction practices; and a comprehensive technical understanding of applications for structural analysis / design in steel, concrete, and wood.

The position also requires highly skilled competencies in technical written communications, oral presentations, customer interactions, teamwork collaborations, and leadership.

This position is located in Hartsville, SC.

We would love to hear from you:

A Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

In-depth working knowledge of heavy industrial facility construction practices. · Comprehensive technical understanding of design applications for structural analysis / design in steel, concrete, and wood.

Highly skilled competencies in technical written communications, oral presentations, customer interactions, teamwork collaborations, and leadership.

Project / Construction Management

AutoCAD

Must be physically active; work in confined spaces.

Must be willing to work in a dirty, hot, and very humid environment (Paper Mill).

Must be able to climb ladders and not be afraid of heights.

Compensation:

This position has a salary range of $136,275 to $163,530.

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At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.