Structural Engineer II

TEP GROUP; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer II to analyze and design various structures, ensuring compliance with current standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This role involves collaboration with other engineers and requires proficiency in structural analysis and CAD software. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Structural Engineering experience.
• Building design experience with steel, concrete, wood, and masonry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review building structures for compliance with standards and codes.
• Design modifications to existing structures.
• Generate required engineering reports.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Structural Analysis Software

CAD Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Structural Engineer II will analyze existing and design new various structures (including Building Structures, Water Tanks, and Towers). The candidate will also be responsible for providing quality control review of engineering services performed by other engineers. 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, Master’s degree preferred
• 2+ years of Structural Engineering experience
• Building design experience with steel, concrete, wood, and masonry preferred
• Proficiency with structural analysis software preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate focus on accuracy and high attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• 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
• Proficient with computer software programs, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Knowledge of AISC, ACI, ASCE, IBC, and state building codes
• Knowledge of CAD software

Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no supervisory responsibilities but depending on level of certification may require being in responsible charge of projects and reviewing other engineers work. Essential Functions

• Review building structures for compliance with current standards and building codes
• Work with existing processes to correctly open analysis projects
• Design modifications to existing structures
• Work with Designer staff on the development of modification drawings
• Generate required engineering reports
• Review Quality Assurance (QA) and final review on structural analysis reports and designs
• Answer structure-related inquiries from internal and external customers
• Keep abreast of new technical methods and development related to structural engineering
• Provide assistance on unusual problems

Physical Demands This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary. While performing the external job duties, the employee is regularly required to be at site locations both on the ground and on building roof tops, sit, stand, walk, use both hands, and reach and raise items above the head, use fingers to feel and handle, talk and hear.While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, and crouch, lift weight or exert a force up to a maximum of 35 pounds. Work Environment Most work in performed in climate-controlled internal office environment worked under normal office conditions. Less than 5% of work is performed externally, on-site, outdoors, with exposure to the elements of nature.