Structural Engineer

About the role

The Structural Engineer reports administratively to both the Studio Director and the Director of Engineering, with day-to-day task assignments by the Structural Team Leader. This position is responsible for independently leading structural planning, designing, engineering, and construction document production. This individual will be directly involved in maintaining and growing client relationships as a structural engineering expert.

Responsibilities

• Management of multiple, simultaneous projects from beginning to end, such as Design Basis through specifications and submittals with a demonstrated ability to clearly communicate project objectives, problems, solutions and scope changes with clients, field personnel and internal staff
• Work closely with customers, partners and colleagues to achieve deadlines while delivering a quality product
• Apply knowledge and experience with building codes, regulations and requirements, building materials, construction methods, and procedures to all projects
• Manage the proper sequencing of construction documents
• Facilitate close work with clients, field personnel and internal staff to achieve deadlines and quality work
• Manage information flow and look for ways to improve processes
• Stay current on trends and technical advances
• Stamp/seal self-produced documents
• Contribute to junior team member skill advancements via coaching and/or mentoring
• Direct drafting to support your structural design
• Organize and prioritize personal workload and make necessary adjustments to meet deadlines; be results oriented and milestone driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architectural/Civil Engineering from an accredited institution with an emphasis or specific training in structural engineering for building environments
• Master's degree in Civil Engineering is recommended but not mandatory
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; SE license is a plus
• Four or more years of structural engineering experience
• Experience with steel and concrete design required; masonry and wood experience is a plus
• Established track record of complete structural system design for buildings
• Building types include higher education, corporate/commercial and industrial facilities (experience in one or more preferred but not required)
• Ability to make independent decisions within a general framework
• Demonstrated exceptional planning, analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to apply logical steps to problem solving
• Able to function effectively in a demanding environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team/collaborative setting
• Able to work with modest supervision and guidance