Senior Structural Engineer

SolveNow Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead and direct engineering teams, investigate structural failures, and review designs for compliance. Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 12 years of experience. Proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and STAAD, alongside strong communication skills, is essential. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex projects and coordinate with various disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12 to 25 years of experience as a civil/structural engineer.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing compliant designs.
• Ability to work under multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct the work of other engineers on projects.
• Investigate and determine the cause of structural failures.
• Coordinate and review structural steel shop drawings.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of building codes

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficient using Microsoft Office

Experience with STAAD

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Civil 3D

RISA

Tekla Tedds

Job description

About the job Senior Structural Engineer

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Education/Experience/Key Responsibilities:

• Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Civil Engineering; Registered Professional Engineer in one or multiple states.
• Twelve (12) to Twenty-five (25) years of direct experience as a civil/structural engineer.
• Advanced knowledge of building codes as they relate to civil/structural design.
• Relies on vast experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• May act as a lead engineer, leading and directing the work of other engineers and designers on designated projects and being a technical resource for the project team and department. Checks work of other civil/structural personnel assigned to the project.
• Experienced in preparing and reviewing designs to assure compliance with engineering design, applicable codes, constructability, industry standards, completeness, and presentation.
• Independent, advanced design of steel structures, foundations, masonry, and concrete.
• Advanced design of complicated load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as buildings, platforms, or pipe racks. Perform or direct others in the analysis of building materials proposed for use in construction.
• Develop blueprint or specification packages, including scopes of work, for bid and/or construction submittals.
• Investigate and determine cause of structural failures, damages, and defects through site investigations and research and provide reports summarizing findings.
• Ability to develop and use design assumptions verified by structural theory and past experiences to simplify design efforts and assist in developing innovative solutions to project and technical challenges.
• Coordinate and review structural steel shop drawings, concrete submittals and other equipment or material submittals to verify compatibility to project design parameters.
• Review and respond to contractor Requests for Information (RFI) on assigned projects.
• Optional experience: basic surveying for determination of project elevations using level and/or total station equipment; limited stormwater/sewer design for small-scale in-plant systems or extension of existing systems.
• May act as Project Manager on select civil/structural projects, based on experience.
• Assist in updating department standards or managing department software, as assigned.
• Capable of recognizing and correcting design discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain data from field observations
• Interface with the client and other engineering disciplines as required in order to effectively and efficiently develop Civil/Structural designs and documents.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines and have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office, STAAD, AutoCAD. Familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, Civil 3D, RISA, Tekla Tedds and other engineering or drafting software is helpful but not required.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Authorize a background investigation, including verification of past employment, criminal history, and educational background.