Design Engineer

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks neatly, accurately, and efficiently to meet budget hour estimate provided by supervisor.
• Prepare engineering calculations and designs while developing skills needed for career advancement.
• Assist with developing structural plans, specifications, and construction documents for wood frame and mass timber building projects.
• Absorb field measurements and other pertinent jobsite data, as required.
• Develop communications skills through correspondence and coordination with internal clients.
• Attend design meetings, construction meetings, and site visits with experienced engineers.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Participate in continuing education webinars and education sessions.
• Participate in networking and young professional events.
• After gaining experience, prepare hours estimates for project proposals for use by supervisor.
• Complete work within the allotted time and schedule as outlined by project manager.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architectural engineering with structural emphasis, or closely related degree program is required.
• Complete and pass Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
• 2+ years’ experience working in a structural engineering firm as an engineer in training.

Skills & Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of design standards and materials used in construction.
• Ability to use RISA 3D or similar structural design and analysis software.
• Ability to present handwritten calculations in an organized and legible manner.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and communicate effectively with internal and external clients.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software to maintain accurate project records.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or REVIT, or similar software, is a plus.

Safety Requirements

• Ensure always working safely and environment is safe.
• Wear jobsite appropriate PPE as required.
• Work with ear protection when necessary.
• Work in a loud environment when necessary.
• May require climbing, crawling, bending, and lifting at times.
• May require standing for periods up to 10 hours a day.
• Jobsites may require climbing, crawling, bending, and lifting at times.
• Maintain and follow proper safety protocol.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Office environment/desk work on a regular basis.
• Moderate/as needed travel to job sites required.
• May require standing for periods up to 10 hours a day.
• Jobsites may require climbing, crawling, bending, and lifting at times.
• Remote or hybrid roles can be considered on a case by case basis.

Supervision

• This position is not a supervisory position.
• This role reports to the Senior Engineer – Architectural Services.