Mid-level Structural Engineer

About the role

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm specializing in civil and structural engineering, with additional expertise in geospatial, safety, and environmental services. The firm has delivered successful projects in all 50 states and several countries. Within the Buildings Practice, LJB’s structural engineers are widely recognized for cost-efficient, high-performance designs, particularly in tilt-up construction and steel detailing, serving as trusted structural partners for architects, general contractors, and building owners across North America.

This position is based in the Charlotte, North Carolina office. The mid-level structural engineer will analyze, design, plan, and fabricate structural components and systems to meet structural design goals for LJB clients. At LJB, you’ll apply your structural engineering expertise to diverse building projects while collaborating with a team known for cost-efficient, high-performance designs, with opportunities to expand technical knowledge, mentor new engineers, and grow into project management.

Pay

Annual compensation: $85,000 – $120,000, based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete structural calculations for structural systems including superstructures, foundations, and floor slabs.
• Prepare construction documents needed for vertical building structures.
• Coordinate with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
• Conduct quality reviews of calculations, drawings, and other deliverables as projects progress.
• Work with project managers on multiple concurrent projects to ensure delivery per client guidelines.
• Communicate with clients regarding project issues and attend meetings with little to no direction needed.
• Mentor new engineers on company engineering processes.
• Maintain technical knowledge through training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and attending in-house systems/management training.
• Occasionally visit work sites to monitor project progress and report findings.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Open to future growth into a Project Manager role, if desired.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years’ engineering experience with knowledge and experience in the design of reinforced concrete and/or steel vertical structural engineering projects such as commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings; data centers.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or architectural engineering with structural emphasis.
• Experience preparing construction documents, drawings, reports, and supporting documentation.

Preferred

• Engineering experience with tilt-up projects.
• Master’s degree in civil or architectural engineering with structural emphasis.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Cast-in-place concrete and/or steel mid-rise experience.
• Experience using RAM Structural, Enercalc, and Revit.

Skills

• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
• Ability to meet all safety requirements when visiting work sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.