Civil Structural Engineer

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Civil Structural Engineer to join our growing Engineering Technology team. This position may be based at various locations; however, proximity to a Chemours site—preferably our headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware—will enable close collaboration with partner teams. The position reports directly to the Technology Leader for Process Equipment and Rotating Machinery.

The successful candidate will join a diverse team of technical experts who provide high-value, innovative engineering solutions to Chemours’ global chemical businesses in support of research and development, plant operations, and capital projects. The role supports the structural reliability and safety of manufacturing facilities by providing guidance on the design, assessment, and maintenance of buildings, foundations, supports, and process infrastructure essential to site operations. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure structural solutions meet operational, safety, and regulatory requirements, while supporting the development and continuous improvement of company standards.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support civil/structural engineering activities in collaboration with site personnel, subject matter experts, project teams, and external partners

• Perform condition assessments of structures, foundations, and infrastructure systems; document findings and recommend practical remediation actions

• Execute structural analysis and evaluations for steel, concrete, masonry, and other systems in industrial environments

• Develop and review designs for structural components and systems associated with maintenance, upgrades, and small to mid-sized capital projects

• Contribute to incident investigations and root cause analyses involving structural or infrastructure-related issues

• Assist in development of engineering documentation, specifications, and scopes of work for repair and improvement projects

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The following is required for this role:

• BS or MS in Civil Engineering from an accredited university

• Minimum 7 years of civil/structural engineering experience, including at least 3 years in chemical, petrochemical, or similar industrial sectors

• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards (AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, AASHTO, OSHA)

• Solid foundation in structural analysis, materials, and design principles

• Ability to travel approximately 25–30% to support site activities and perform field assessments, including climbing ladders

The following is preferred for this role:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure

• Demonstrated experience supporting field investigations, troubleshooting, and data collection activities in operating industrial facilities

• Basic knowledge of geotechnical/foundation engineering, site grading, drainage, hydrology, groundwater protection, environmental structures, underground piping systems, roadway/railway systems, loading/unloading facilities, etc.

• Experience with specialized structures associated with the chemical industry (process buildings, pipe racks, tank foundations, containment areas, trenches/sumps/dikes, sewers, waste treatment facilities, outfalls, diffusers, etc.).

• Proficiency with relevant structural engineering software packages

• Understanding of chemical industry safety practices, risk assessment, and resilient design principles

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Chemours is an E-Verify employer 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position  

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

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The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."