Senior Structural Engineer - Vertical

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Structural Engineer focusing on vertical structures. In this hybrid role, you'll lead the planning, analysis, and design of innovative building projects, primarily in transportation. Collaborate with a dynamic team while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth. This role emphasizes a supportive culture, where your contributions help enhance communities and improve mobility. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Community and social responsibility initiatives

Best-in-class benefits

Qualifications

• 8-11 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Licensed PE required, SE a strong plus.
• Experience with renovations and new construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement structural planning and design for transportation-related buildings.
• Supervise and mentor team members in design plans and technical oversight.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Project Management

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

BIM Software

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD.pro

RISA 3D

PCA Design Software

RAM Steel

Tekla

MathCAD

Revit

Microstation

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Structural Engineer - Vertical

Job Locations

US-NY-New York City

ID

2024-4891

Category

Engineering

Type

Regular Full-Time

Career Stage Type

Experienced

# of Openings

1

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Senior Structural Engineer - Vertical Structures | Hybrid

In this position, you would serve an important lead role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of new building structures and existing building renovation, with a current focus on transportation-related buildings such as rail and transit stations, parking facilities, and highway and railroad overbuilds. The ideal candidate should possess a "can-do" attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment. The position includes significant opportunities for personal and professional development and growth within VHB's emerging building design practice in New York and New Jersey.

Responsibilities

Manages, develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for transportation related building structures
• Project scoping and development
• Supervises and mentors team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc. Provides technical oversight and review of structural designs.
• Monitors of project budgets and schedules
• Assists with proposals and presentations for rail/transit pursuits

Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering
• Must possess strong technical skills with knowledge of various building structural systems and codes
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
• Robust technical and critical thinking skills
• Strong project management skills
• Proactive and self-motived, with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of staff working remotely
• Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility
• Motivated to mentor junior staff
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in the use of structural engineering and BIM software such as STAAD.pro, RISA 3D, PCA Design Software, RAM Steel, Tekla, MathCAD, Revit, Microstation, and AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering required, master's degree preferred (may substitute for 1 year of experience)
• 8-11 years of structural engineering experience required; 11+ years preferred
• Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) required, SE a strong plus
• Experience with renovations and new construction preferred
• Experience working on projects owned and operated by transit agencies such as MTA, Amtrak, and/or NJ Transit
• NYCT station experience preferred
• Familiarity with Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build project delivery
• OSHA 30 Construction certification preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $123,000-165,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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