Project Engineer - Buildings/Structural

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental leave

401(k) matching

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Engineer - Buildings/Structural to join our team in Albany, NY. You will work alongside engineers and architects applying structural engineering principles to design projects.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, a PE license, and 6-10 years of related experience. The role demands proficiency in Revit and various structural engineering software.

We offer a competitive compensation package, including medical and 401(k) benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6-10 years of related structural engineering experience required.
• PE license is required.
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently apply knowledge of structural principles and practices.
• Prepare engineering calculations using software.
• Create structural design plans and details in Revit.

Skills

Revit

Communication skills

Structural engineering principles

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

RISA

RAM

TEKLA

TEDDS

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a Project Engineer - Buildings/Structural to join our team in Albany, NY!

The position involves working alongside engineers and architects as part of a design team applying structural engineering principles towards the successful design of low to mid-rise new construction projects, as well as evaluating existing structures for renovations or reuse.

Responsibilities

• Independently apply knowledge of structural principles and practices in various assignments.
• Prepare engineering calculations with the aid of computer software, spreadsheets, and hand calculation.
• Create structural design plans and details in Revit.
• Coordinate with architects, owners, and other engineering disciplines.
• Design and review complete project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
• Analyze and interpret data, formulate, and solve problems.
• Provide direction to structural engineers, technicians, and administrative staff.
• Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs.
• Perform field investigations / site visits, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering with a Structural emphasis from an ABET accredited university; Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Experience in Commercial, Science & Technology, Educational, and Municipal type building projects is preferred.
• Minimum of 6-10 years of related structural engineering experience required.
• PE license is required.
• Possess a basic/intermediate skill level and understanding of Revit with a willingness to progress towards an advanced level.
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and knowledge.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, principles, and practices in steel, concrete, wood, and masonry.
• Ability to effectively perform as a key team member and role model to junior engineers.
• Demonstrate advanced oral/written communication skills.
• Possess a basic/intermediate understanding of structural engineering software such as RISA, RAM, TEKLA, TEDDS, etc. with a willingness to learn and become proficient.
• Must be able to perform as a project engineer with limited guidance as well as interact and collaborate with multiple members of a design team.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $90,000 to $125,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.