Structural Project Engineer

About the role

DOWL is a leading consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. We are known for our expertise in Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. We foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of design and analysis on impactful engineering projects
• Serve as engineer-of-record and apply knowledge of the International Building Code and ASCE 7 standards
• Play a key role in mentoring junior staff while collaborating with seasoned professionals
• Lead design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects
• Mentor others on engineering design tasks
• Lead complex technical reports
• Prepare technical memorandums
• Divide complex projects into manageable tasks
• Write clear internal and external communications (emails, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Perform complex structural design tasks independently
• Independently check structural designs performed by other engineers
• Prepare structural calculations and cost estimates independently
• Create CAD markups of structural details
• Develop technical specifications and contract plans
• Assemble structural calculation books
• Oversee file management
• Break down complex projects into logical tasks
• Prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget
• Interact with clients in project meetings
• Resolve project issues on moderate to complex projects
• Understand scopes, schedules, and budgets
• Develop budgets and schedules for complex tasks
• Answer questions and resolve issues related to individual design tasks
• Handle discipline and termination of employees as needed
• Set goals for performance and deadlines
• Communicate information from leadership to employees and vice versa
• Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching
• Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations
• Operate with a high level of autonomy
• Review the work of others
• May perform some project management tasks

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in your primary state of practice or able to obtain licensure within six months
• Structural Engineer certification preferred but not required
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Advanced understanding of structural analysis software (RISA, ENERCALC, SAP2000, L-Pile, PYWall)
• Independent modeling of complex structures for vertical and lateral loads using multi-model and non-linear methods
• Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals
• Familiarity with governing codes for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structural design
• Experience with seismic analysis and design on Risk Category III and IV structures following ASCE-7 requirements
• Ability to prepare clear internal and external communications
• Ability to independently perform complex structural design tasks
• Expert understanding of technical writing
• Ability to divide complex projects into manageable tasks
• Ability to lead design efforts as engineer-of-record on a variety of projects
• Ability to review technical memorandums and engineering reports
• Ability to mentor others on engineering design tasks
• Ability to contribute to project proposals
• Ability to lead structural design teams (3-5 people)
• Ability to oversee team operations and workflow
• Ability to recruit and hire new employees
• Ability to implement training for new hires and identify training opportunities for current staff
• Ability to communicate information from leadership to employees and vice versa
• Ability to monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching
• Ability to set goals for performance and deadlines
• Ability to handle discipline and termination of employees
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations
• Ability to interact with clients in project meetings
• Ability to resolve client-related issues
• Ability to understand legal risks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• At least 6 years of relevant experience
• Preferred Master's or PhD in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Skills

• Structural engineering fundamentals
• International Building Code and ASCE 7 standards
• Seismic analysis and design
• Technical writing
• Project management
• Client interaction
• Communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Leadership and mentoring
• Technical expertise in structural analysis software
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee wellness programs

Pay

Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours