Entry Level Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer in Decatur, Alabama. The role involves preparing design deliverables, performing structural designs for various materials, and maintaining client coordination and satisfaction. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably with Engineer in Training status. The ideal applicant has excellent communication and strong organization skills, ready to contribute effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Structural or Civil) required.
• Engineer in Training strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design deliverables under supervision of senior engineers.
• Perform structural design tasks, including framing for different materials.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure satisfaction with project outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organization skills

Understanding of teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

ENERCALC

RISA

Job description

Overview

The Entry Level Structural Engineer provides expertise and support in a variety of areas including:

• Being an entry level Structural Engineer, adhering to company, department, and client standards and procedures, and having a general understanding of structural design and deliverables development.
• Following procedures and collaborating to prepare design deliverables that meet project requirements under general supervision of the Senior Structural Engineers.
• Finding opportunities to improve quality and efficiency.
• Using data from mechanical and electrical disciplines, as well as client and vendor information sources to prepare structural design.
• Performing structural steel framing design, foundation design, concrete framing design, civil sitework design.
• Working with designers and senior engineers toward completion of construction documents and increasing knowledge of Revit and applicable structural design software.
• Developing knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Managing communication and coordination within the department, other disciplines, clients, and vendors.

Job Details

Title: Entry Level Structural Engineer

Specific Duties

• Proactively communicate and coordinate design work within the department, with other disciplines, and with external stakeholders such as clients and vendors.
• Assist project manager on major projects and work with the project execution team of engineers and designers.
• Multi‑task on several projects and adapt to changing scope and deadlines.
• Prepare efficient and organized email communications both internal and with clients.
• Interact confidently with clients and maintain client satisfaction with our project execution and deliverables.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and participate in project and interdepartmental meetings to facilitate successful completion of projects and meet customer expectations.
• Maintain awareness of assigned project budgets, schedules, and scopes. Apply or voice concerns regarding safety, maintenance, accessibility, constructability, and coordination.
• Learn and evaluate new design software and develop company use of current design software.
• Assist with preparation of construction documents, detail structural framing systems for both new and modified structures, and develop design criteria under direction of senior engineer.
• Assist with concept development of structural systems and issue and record drawing submittals and revisions.
• Respond to Requests for Information and field questions under direction of senior engineer.
• Check structural calculations and construction documents for errors, omissions, and adherence to company standards for quality.
• Identify, communicate, and explore solutions to conflicts and clashes.
• Self‑manage and track assigned individual budgets; manage and track project schedules.
• Participate in project lessons learned meetings.
• Perform loading analysis and determination for all types of structures and develop structural analysis models using ENERCALC, RISA, or other analysis program.
• Increase and utilize knowledge of structural codes including the IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, and AWS.
• Analyze and design structural systems in a broad range of proficiency in various materials: Structural Steel, Concrete and Masonry.
• Make structural site visits, prepare reports, develop calculation templates, and maintain proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Continuously update and expand personal knowledge of the structural field and client processes and facilities. Perform shop drawing reviews and evaluate contractor submittals for compliance with project specifications and drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Structural or other discipline such as Civil).
• Engineer in Training strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with an understanding of teamwork and the requisite ability to coordinate work with internal and external project stakeholders.
• Strong organization skills to effectively manage time and resources, multi‑task on several projects, adapt to changing scope and deadlines, take diligent notes, and produce efficient and organized email communications.
• Commitment to maintaining the company’s professional image and reputation with timely, error‑free, accurate deliverables that meet or exceed clients’ expectations.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Licenses & Certifications

• Preferred: Engineer in Training.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Generally, the position requires proficient computer skills with extended periods of six to eight hours sitting and entering data into a computer with intense attention to detail. Some travel may be required. Site conditions will vary and may include high heat, excessive noise, and accumulated dirt and dust. Site visits can include walking over uneven surfaces, climbing stairs or ladders, bending and stooping. Occasional lifting on the job is generally limited to moving computers, scanners, hand tools, meters, and manuals or files under 50 lb. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

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