Lead Structural Engineer

Lochner; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off and flexible holiday program

Retirement plan with employer match

Wellness program for physical and mental health

Job summary

Lochner in East Hartford, CT, seeks a Structural Engineer with 5–12 years of experience. The role encompasses developing structural design calculations, managing project deliverables, and assisting in the construction phase. A PE license is mandatory alongside a BS/MS in Civil Engineering.

The position offers benefits such as competitive medical premiums, paid time off, and flexible work schedules, emphasizing a supportive work environment that fosters diversity.

Qualifications

• 5–12 years of related experience.
• PE license required.
• Working knowledge of AASHTO, AREMA, AISC, ACI standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural design calculations and analysis models.
• Manage construction phase services including submittal review.
• Assist in project scope development and fees.

Skills

Structural design

Project deliverables management

Codes and standards knowledge

Strong writing and verbal skills

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

PE License

Tools

AutoCAD

Larsa

Staad

OpenBridge

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East Hartford, CT 06108

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Category: Structural

About Lochner

Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

Your impact

• Develop and review structural design calculations and analysis models
• Develop and review complete project deliverables (plans, specs, estimates) for all phases of design
• Develop staged construction schemes
• Prepare written correspondence and reports
• Manage construction phase services, including submittal review and RFI responses
• Assist in the development of project scopes and fees
• Oversee and maintain organized document control
• Train and mentor younger staff

Who you are

• 5–12 years of related experience
• PE license
• Working knowledge of codes and standards (AASHTO, AREMA, AISC, ACI, etc)
• Experience with CTDOT, MassDOT, and RIDOT policies and manuals
• Relevant structural analysis and CAD software (Larsa, Staad, OpenBridge, AutoCAD, etc)
• Strong writing and verbal skills
• BS, MS (preferred)
• Rail experience (preferred)
• Alternative delivery experience (preferred)
• Public speaking (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off and flexible holiday program
• Company paid disability and life insurance (includes paid maternity leave)
• Health savings accounts (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical expenses and/or dependent care
• Paid family leave
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible)
• Wellness program for physical and mental health
• Lochner Cares non-profit 501(c)(3)
• Education and training assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off for charitable acts of service

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stooping, crawling, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employer

Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.