Structural Engineer
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Your Opportunity
Our Building Science team in Portland, Oregon is looking for a Structural Engineer to design repairs for damaged and deteriorated existing buildings, design of new buildings and additions, renovations to existing buildings and to perform building condition assessments and evaluations. The role will require the preparation of structural contract documents and collaboration with our Building Science Specialists and Structural Engineers. As well, coordination will be needed with our Architect and Contractor clients, and other teams within the firm. The position will provide structural support for a wide range of projects, including commercial, mission-critical, residential, industrial, education, and municipal projects.
The role of a Structural Engineer is to work with general direction on small and medium complexity/sized projects, and as a team member on large projects under the guidance of a Senior Structural Engineer. The Structural Engineer should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer all engineered systems or products for a project. A Structural Engineer will perform a variety of tasks which includes calculations, preparation of construction documents, and fieldwork. Due to expanding business opportunities within the company, this position offers significant potential for growth in the areas of technical/professional development and project management.
Your Key Responsibilities
With supervision and direction from a senior structural engineer, the responsibilities will include:
- Development of structural design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood-framed structures
- Direct Auto CAD team for drawing preparation and review deliverables prior to submission to the client
- Coordinate with other disciplines (architectural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, civil, etc.) to ensure compatibility with the design intent
- Attend site visits related to pre-design information gathering, construction and postconstruction review
- Lead project coordination meetings with internal team members and/or external consultants
- Participate in meetings with owners and contractors, sub-contractors, and vendors
- Assist senior staff with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing and schedule
- Perform and oversee the performance of calculations using company standard software, and proprietary manufacturer software
- Participate in constructability review
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own projects
- Assist in the development of new standards and specifications for the structural group
- Work on multiple projects
- Review shop drawings and submittals, respond to requests for information, prepare site observation reports, and perform other contract administration tasks
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Requisite knowledge and application of structural material design codes, standards, and applicable building codes
- General understanding of all phases of project document production and the relationship between drawings and specifications
- Strong knowledge of structural systems means and methods, materials, and industry standards
- Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
- Ability to participate and collaborate in project team settings and to engage in creative and critical thought
- Thorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others
- Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
- Experience with Enercalc, Mathcad, and various proprietary structural design software, as well as structure finite element analysis such as Risa 3D is preferred
- Interested in working both in the office and the field environment
- Ability to perform outdoor physical duties while doing building investigation work
- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong, interpersonal and presentation skills
- Able to work in a team environment and to handle multiple projects with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to mentor the technical development of others
- Works well with minimal direct supervision
- Exercises independent judgment
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Civil or Structural Engineering is required
Licensed Professional Engineer is preferred
Minimum of 5 years of experience is required
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
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