Senior Associate Structural Engineer-Design (Employment Opportunity)

City of Detroit; Michigan; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled structural engineer to lead major municipal projects. This role involves overseeing the design and construction of infrastructure, managing bridge inspections, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering, excellent supervisory skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving community infrastructure and making a lasting impact. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in structural engineering plans for large municipal projects.
• Current PE registration in Michigan required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises engineers and draftsmen in structural engineering design.
• Conducts investigations and prepares reports on engineering projects.

Skills

Structural Engineering Design

Project Management

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

MBIS Database System

Field Manager Project Management Software

Job description

Under general supervision, is in charge of the structural engineering design, construction and preparation of plans and specifications for major municipal structural engineering projects; manages the bridge inspections, and maintenance and capital improvement program for the division.

1. Supervises the work of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and draftsmen engaged in making fundamental structural engineering design studies, economic studies of alternate methods of solving specific structural engineering problems, preparing detailed designs, plans, drawings, specifications, and estimates of costs for municipal engineering projects including bridges and municipal infrastructures.
2. Prepares plans and policies for completing work.
3. Makes and reviews work assignments of subordinates.
4. Conducts structural engineering investigations and studies, and prepares reports as required including remedial plans.
5. Gives advice and instructions on the more difficult phases of the work.
6. Designs, selects, and approves major design features.
7. Prepares the more important specifications.
8. Investigates and analyzes construction methods being used.
9. Designs and prepares construction documents for steel, concrete, masonry and wood buildings and municipal infrastructures including bridges and transportation facilities.
10. Examines plans, specifications and estimates for completeness and conformity with accepted design practices, policies, and procedures.
11. Prepares special studies and reports relative to such matters as alternate solutions and estimates materials and costs.
12. Manages a variety of multiple projects, field assignments and project management duties asProject Engineer per MDOT and FHWA specifications and standards.
13. Reviews and approves construction material, testing results and construction methods as necessary.
14. Performs geotechnical reviews as necessary.
15. Performs the function of Project Engineer for primarily structural related projects, but also for a variety of paving projects consistent with division work scope.

• Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering.
• Graduate level courses or Master's degree in structural engineering is preferred.
• Five years of experience in the design and preparation of structural engineering plans and construction documents for large municipal projects, including two years in a supervisory or team leadership capacity.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Current registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Michigan is required.
• Certification by the Michigan Department of Transportation for the inspection of bridges is preferred.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview:70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience, &Personal Qualifications:30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:100%
• Detroit Residency Credit:15 Points
• Veteran Points:0-15 Points

LRD: 01-10-2024
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles and methods of structural engineering design and construction.
• MDOT, FHWA and City specifications, standards and work practices.
• Equipment and materials used in structural engineering design projects.
• Project costing, monitoring and reporting techniques.

SKILL IN:

• Supervising, prioritizing and directing the work of others.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Oral and written communication.
• Use of personal computers and common office and work related software such as MBIS database system, Field Manager project management software, Microstation and AutoCAD.
• Observation.
• Reading, understanding and evaluating engineering plans and specifications.
• Preparing concise technical and non-technical reports.

ABILITY TO:

• Analyze problems relating to structural engineering design and construction.
• Plan and direct the activities of a moderately large group of subordinate engineers and draftsmen.
• Use various structural engineering analysis and design programs.
• Demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness in solving difficult and unusual structural engineering design problems
• Interact effectively with subordinates and other departmental personnel.

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DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

• Work involves office, field and plant activities.

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.