Senior Structural Engineer

Stantec; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer to join their Los Angeles team. You will lead both individual projects and junior engineers while ensuring project budgets and timelines are met. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years of related experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and a Professional Engineering license. Expertise in Autodesk Revit and structural engineering software is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to work on various projects and engage with clients directly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of related experience.
• Professional Engineering license required.
• Experience in modeling software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete calculations for projects.
• Lead junior engineers in complex tasks.
• Perform Construction Administration duties.

Skills

Knowledge of structural design codes and standards

Ability to communicate technical concepts

Strong organizational skills

Collaboration and critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Professional Engineering license

Structural Engineering license preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office suite

CSI, RISA, RAM

Job description

Your Opportunity

The role of a Senior Structural Engineer is to work independently on small and medium projects, and as a team leader of larger projects responsible for work of Structural Engineers. The Senior Structural Engineer will be able to evaluate, select, and specify engineered systems or products for a project.

Your Responsibilities

• Independently complete calculations and drawings for small and medium projects
• Development of job specific-discipline specifications independently for less complex projects
• Lead junior engineers in complex projects
• Work with and coordinate with architectural interiors, and other engineering disciplines
• Independently perform Construction Administration duties including completing field observations reports, responding to RFIs, submittal reviews, and evaluating contractor change orders
• Perform calculations using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software
• Communicate design issues and solutions with the design team and Owner clients
• Understand industry standard design processes and understanding of construction means and methods
• Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects to clients on time, on budget, and at a high level of client service
• Assist with development of design standards

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requisite knowledge and application of structural design codes, standards, and applicable building codes
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, seismic design, construction means and methods, materials, and industry standards
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form concepts and ideas to a diverse audience of Architects, Engineers, and Owner clients effectively
• Ability to check the work of others for accuracy and completeness and manage time to meet project budget and schedule
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and in team settings
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought

Education and Experience

• Minimum 6 of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, Master’s Degree preferred
• Professional Engineering license is required, Structural Engineering license is preferred
• Experience with modeling software (Autodesk Revit)
• Experience with general business software (Microsoft Office suite)
• Experience with industry standard Structural Engineering software (CSI, RISA, RAM, etc.)