Sr. Structural Engineer - Precast/ Prestressed Concrete

United Employment Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

United Employment Group is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with PE certification to lead technically complex projects and mentor a team of engineers. The role emphasizes independent design, review of calculations, and coordination with contractors and internal teams.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in structural engineering, precast concrete design, and the ability to stamp drawings in applicable jurisdictions as required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Prec/Tast? precast concrete engineering design knowledge preferred.
• BS Civil Engineering required; structural emphasis preferred.
• PE Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and details for all products and connections.
• Independently perform lateral analysis and design; troubleshoot and check laterals.
• Lead project teams.
• Independently manage engineering design aspects of a project with minimal guidance.
• Review contract documents to be familiar with project requirements.
• Attend project meetings and lead coordination meetings.
• Write and review complex RFIs.
• Resolve design issues and assist others with solving engineering problems.
• Serve as point of contact for engineers and subcontractors for complex questions.
• Check design calculations and details for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Review erection drawings and shop tickets to ensure designs and standards are followed.
• Be aware of production through plant visits and meetings.
• Become licensed in states where engineering work is performed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team supervision

Education

BS Civil Engineering

PE Certification

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

Position Purpose

This position includes senior-level structural engineers with PE certification who provide leadership, training, industry experience, and technical expertise. The Senior Structural Engineer has the ability to take on technically complicated, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and details for all products and connections


• Independently perform lateral analysis and design; troubleshoot and check laterals


• Lead project teams


• Independently manage engineering design aspects of a project with minimal assistance or guidance


• Review contract documents to be familiar with project requirements


• Attend project meetings and lead coordination meetings


• Write and review complex requests for information (RFI)


• Resolve design issues independently and assist others with solving engineering design related problems


• Serve as point of contact for engineers and subcontractors for resolution of more complicated technical questions and problems


• Check engineering design calculations and details of others including that of external consultants for accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company standards and Engineering Design Process


• Review erection drawings, master shop tickets, and any additional shop tickets to ensure designs and standards are followed


• Aware of production through regular plant visits and participation in plant meetings relevant to assigned projects


• Become licensed in states where engineering work is performed and, when assigned, reviews and stamps erection drawings, calculations, and repair details


• Evaluate design cost as compared to estimate and take appropriate action


• Complete repairs without assistance


• May be an active participant in external industry organizations such as PCI and ACI


• Participate in pre-sale engineering design processes as requested by the sales department


• Must adhere to all company and OSHA safety rules and regulations

Scope of Authority

• Works independently with little supervision


• Makes decisions related to their own projects regarding assignment of tasks


• Provide guidance and coaching to Design Engineers; interact closely with project team including project managers, general managers, drafting, and production


• Reports to the Engineering Manager

Characteristics (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience – internal or external


• Previous precast concrete engineering design knowledge preferred


• Highly dependable with strong work ethic


• Eager to learn


• Able to work individually or on a team


• Strongly values relationships and interaction with people


• Maintains a balanced perspective about change; adapts when necessary while placing value in consistency of processes


• Positive outlook


• Computer skills (experience with engineering design software preferred)


• Analytical thinker with above average problem-solving skills


• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong personal organization skills


• Above average ability to manage multiple priorities


• Self-motivated


• Values teaching and demonstrates a willingness to develop others


• Demonstrated ability to managed multiple projects and priorities, maintain project schedules, and work effectively within a project team


• Above average assertiveness; proactively addresses project issues


• Strong communication skills


• Able to document ongoing information on projects for record keeping purposes


• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes


• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

Education and Technology

• BS Civil Engineering required; structural emphasis preferred


• PE Certification required

Up to $130K + relocation assistance

Company Description

United Employment Group, Inc. is a search and placement firm specializing in Concrete Products and Construction, Metals, Refrigeration, Engineering/Surveying and Plastic Industries.