Structural Engineer

About the role

We're looking for an experienced and licensed Structural Engineer (PE) in California to join our team and lead the design of residential, multifamily, and commercial building projects.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise to Director of Engineering and/or client to ensure projects comply with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instructions.
• Reviews, analyzes and resolves field and/or design issues.
• Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
• Makes design recommendations and/or adaptations.
• Affords assistance in the development of contract deliverables such as drawings, specifications, and general notes.
• Responsible for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and /or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Familiar with project budgets and timelines and apprises Director of Engineering of potential or anticipated changes in scope.
• Attends site visits through design and construction.
• Assists in coordinating project schedules and timely completion of projects.

Qualifications

• PE license (SE preferred)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in wood design for wood frame and wood shear walls of Multifamily and Single-family homes/buildings
• Proficiency in engineering software, CAD, and Revit
• Proficiency in structural design of wood buildings
• Strong project management skills; ability to organize applicable department timelines and follow up with internal and external customer needs as needed
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete calculations for the structural design of new residential, commercial, industrial, and other projects as well as the renovation of existing structures
• Ability to formulate creative approaches to challenges and problems encountered
• Interact professionally with clients, contractors, and consultants
• Work independently as well as be part of a collaborative team