Senior Staff Engineer (ICC-ES) Civil/Structural

About the role

ICC-ES Senior Staff Engineers report directly to the Regional Vice-President of Engineering and perform duties of a technical and often complex nature, including determining the code compliance of building products, materials, and methods; developing ICC-ES acceptance criteria; and writing ICC-ES evaluation reports. Senior Staff Engineers work with clients and building officials, as needed, to complete evaluation of submitted technical data and produce evaluation reports.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate test reports, calculations, and other technical data submitted by evaluation-report applicants.
• Develop technical criteria for the acceptance of innovative building products, materials, and methods that are alternatives to what may be specified in the building code.
• Prepare correspondence and draft evaluation reports regarding product code compliance.
• Provide expert assistance to building departments throughout the United States.
• Participate in ICC-ES Evaluation Committee hearings.
• Represent ICC-ES on matters of interest at meetings of technical bodies and at meetings with representatives of government and industry.
• Keep abreast of developments in the building construction field.
• Travel as necessary to attend conferences, meetings, speaking engagements, and other functions.
• Perform other tasks as directed.

Requirements

• A university degree in civil engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering is preferred.
• Professional registration/license to practice engineering; a licensed structural engineer in the state of California is preferred.
• Career-level proficiency in seismic design and foundation-level proficiency in structural design or product testing.
• At least five years of experience in the construction industry, building code development or enforcement, or product testing; or equivalent experience as determined by ICC-ES.
• Experience with structural design and construction methods and materials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of materials, tools, and methods used in construction.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to independently solve complex engineering problems.
• Ability to work as part of a team to deliver professional services.
• Knowledge of the codes and design standards.
• Knowledge of test standards and methodologies.
• Knowledge of quality control processes for the manufacture of building products.
• Contribution to development through membership in relevant technical organizations such as ASTM, ACI, UL, etc.
• Contribution to development through membership on a technical committee of a standards-writing organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Leadership by example, establishing technical expertise.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, and reaching overhead.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools, equipment, and packaging materials.
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, or other warehouse machinery (if certified).
• Tolerance for working in varying temperatures, including cold storage or outdoor areas.
• Must be able to climb ladders or stairs as needed.
• Visual and auditory acuity to identify safety hazards and follow instructions.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with generous company match immediately vested.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as critical illness insurance, flexible spending accounts, and pet insurance.

ICC considers its employees to be its most valuable resource and provides programs that encourage professional development, support advancement opportunities from within, and acknowledge outstanding achievements.

Pay

$120,000 - $145,000