Civil / Structural Engineer

MKA International, Inc.; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401K match

ESOP participation

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

An engineering firm located in New Jersey is seeking a Civil / Structural Engineer. Responsibilities include field work for documenting conditions and providing analyses for structural systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, professional licensing, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers competitive compensation along with benefits including a generous 401K match and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Knowledge of building and construction codes.
• Experience in providing litigation support is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Communicate with clients and provide detailed reports.

Skills

Field experience

Strong written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of national building and construction codes

Knowledge of structural engineering concepts

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering

New Jersey Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Civil / Structural Engineer role at MKA International, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earthquake movement, etc.) and/or human-induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.


• Utilize building codes, technical knowledge of structural behavior, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.


• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.


• Communicate with clients, interface with code officials and contractors, and provide detailed reports.


• Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.


• Retention and development of client relationships.


• Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.


• New Jersey Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.


• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of structural behavior.


• Knowledge of national building and construction codes (ICC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, NDS, etc.).


• Knowledge and experience of structural engineering concepts, principles and practices.


• Knowledge of multiple types of construction, a plus.


• Field experience.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Experience in providing litigation support including expert testimony at depositions and/or trial, mediation and arbitration proceedings, desirable.

Compensation

Compensation: $90k – $130k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer and have a good driving record.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology


• Industries: Construction