Structural Design Engineer

Engineering design for components and connections using 3D modeling of components and structures. Perform document preparation in CAD and BIM environments. Manage staff as Task Lead to successfully achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Define design and documentation required to design a simple building and its components, under the direction of senior engineering staff
• Prepare required documents in CAD and BIM format
• Manage other staff members, as required, when assigned as a Task Leader
• Participate in activities within and outside the office that increase personal engineering capabilities
• Participate in external/in-house seminars and training activities/sessions
• Participate in the development of in-house design templates, checklist and standards
• Coach and mentor junior staff, as appropriate and as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in architectural, Civil, or Structural Engineering, Masters preferred
• 3+ years of diverse project experience in the design of buildings
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and/or licensed Structural Engineer (SE) preferred
• Experience in precast prestressed concrete design a plus
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Read and interpret technical and construction documents
  • Manage multiple staff members effectively with limited guidance from senior engineering staff
  • Organize, plan, and manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Work with conceptual concepts to develop sales models
• Solid understanding of:
  • Structural analysis/design fundamentals
  • CAD and BIM software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Tekla or equivalent
  • Engineering software such as RAM suite of programs, Risa, TEDDS, LEC Wall, or equivalent;
  • W3D finite element analysis
  • Diaphragm analysis and design
  • Snow, seismic and wind analysis and design
  • structural integrity requirements
  • Current building and material codes
• Able to visit local job sites and function in sometimes rough outdoor environments
• Able to function for extended periods in a manufacturing plant exposed to cold, heat, humidity, and dust
• Possess a basic understanding of bed and plant scheduling
• Possess a basic understanding of precast plant issues including casting and bed rules preferred
• Possess a basic understanding of precast erection issues and temporary bracing requirements preferred