Structural Engineer I

Tower Engineering Professionals; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineering Associate to conduct analyses and inspections of communication structures. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering and proficiency with structural analysis software. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, while being capable of working independently and collaboratively. This position offers a combination of internal office work and outdoor field inspections, providing diverse work experiences.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software needed.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analyses of various communication structures.
• Documentation of inspections and engineering reports.
• Design modifications for tower reinforcing and extensions.

Skills

Accuracy

Organizational Skills

Written Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary

The Structural Engineering Associate performs structural analyses of all levels of complexity on existing communication structures (including towers, water tanks, platforms, mounts, billboards, rooftop structures, and their respective foundations) and prepares formal, written reports detailing the capacities and recommendations for modifications needed to bring the structure into compliance with the applicable code. The incumbent may review new tower designs, design tower foundations, and design basic-to-complex modifications to existing structures and foundations. The incumbent may also provide quality control review of engineering services performed by other engineers. This position also requires the performance of inspections related field work. The incumbent will perform climbed inspections of existing communications structures for the purpose of documenting current conditions through photographs, measurements, and notes.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering or a related field required
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination preferred
• 0-2 years of structural engineering experience
• Telecommunication experience is preferred
• Proficiency with structural analysis software
• Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate focus on accuracy and high attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively
• Strong project management skills; ability to organize applicable department timelines and follow up with internal and external customer needs as needed
• Self-motivated, able to work both independently to complete tasks and respond to department requests as well as collaborating with others to utilize resources and knowledge in identifying high quality solutions
• Ability to work with functional groups and different level of employees throughout the organization to effectively and professionally achieve business results
• Strong track record of building and maintaining solid relationships with both internal and external customers and vendors.
• Proficient with computer software programs, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Adhere to all company and industry standard/regulations/safety practices (OSHA, COMTRAIN, etc.)
  
  
  

Essential Functions

• Review requests for engineering services to determine that adequate information is provided to complete service.
• Review telecom structures and foundations for existing, proposed and reserved tenant configurations
• Perform analyses on projects of all levels of complexity using hand calculations, structural analysis software, and other accepted methods
• Design modification for tower reinforcing, extensions and foundations
• Review Quality Assurance (QA) and final review on structural analysis reports
• Generate required engineering reports
• Answer structure-related inquiries from internal and external customers
• Keep abreast of new technical methods and development related to tower engineering
• Complete specialized engineering assignments requiring complex calculations
• Perform inspections, tower mappings and post construction inspections on telecommunications towers.
• Provide assistance on unusual problems
• Ensure accurate project status reporting to facilitate accurate customer and sales reporting
  
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is split between being performed in climate-controlled internal office environment under normal office conditions and being performed externally, on-site, outdoors, with exposure to the elements of nature working under normal to extreme construction conditions. Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands and fingers to feel and handle, reach with arms and hands, talk and hear. Employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, and crouch, lift weight, climb or exert a force up to a maximum of 75 pounds.