Structural Design Engineer - Forensic Engineering

About the role

Barry Isett & Associates (Isett) is an employee-owned, multi-discipline engineering and consulting firm headquartered in Allentown, PA, with additional offices throughout eastern and central Pennsylvania. Our employee-owners have the opportunity to perform meaningful work that strengthens the communities we serve every day. Isett is a values-based organization that has been recognized for its award-winning culture, including:

• Best Places to Work in PA (annually since 2019)
• The Morning Call’s Top Workplaces (annually since 2013)
• Empowering Women Award – Central Penn Business Journal & Lehigh Valley Business (annually, since 2022)
• Philadelphia Inquirer’s Top Workplaces (annually, since 2022)
• Corporate Citizen of the Year – Lehigh Valley Business Journal
• The Societas Award for Responsible Corporate Conduct (Ethics)

Responsibilities

• Prepare calculation packages and drawings
• Perform non-invasive and invasive building inspections
• Design structural solutions for existing residential and commercial buildings
• Design ground-up structures, as required, for buildings beyond repair
• Prepare construction documents, calculations, and technical details to support repair designs
• Perform site visits and detailed structural inspections to inform design recommendations
• Evaluate structural systems and building components including superstructures, foundations, and building envelopes
• Assist with forensic investigations by analyzing observed conditions and identifying structural deficiencies
• Prepare clear, concise written reports documenting findings, analyses, and repair recommendations
• Interface with property owners, facility managers, contractors, and internal project teams
• Support project management activities from assignment through construction and invoicing
• Respond to emergency site inspections where structural conditions may present safety concerns, as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering with focus on Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA, NJ, DE, MD, or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe
• Demonstrates experience with structural analysis and design
• Experience with software such as finite element analysis and/or structural modeling software, or a willingness to learn
• Familiarity with preparing technical assessment reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Ability to interact professionally with clients, adjusters, attorneys, contractors, and property owners
• Ability to obtain PA Act 34, 114, and 151 Clearances
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits

• Career advancement and continuing education opportunities
• Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k)/Roth match
• Parental leave
• Employee engagement events and social activities
• Discounted and/or complimentary Isett-branded apparel

Work Location

This position may be based out of Isett’s Allentown, Phoenixville, or Mechanicsburg, Hazleton, Wilkes-Barre, Stroudsburg PA offices.