Staff Structural Engineer - Mission Critical

Burns & McDonnell; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Atlanta is looking for a Staff Structural Engineer to work on diverse projects, including healthcare, industrial, and military facilities. The role requires a solid understanding of structural engineering concepts and experience in project design. Prospective candidates should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and have relevant engineering experience. Strong skills in AutoCAD and structural analysis programs are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structural engineering experience required.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for various projects.
• Design structural components per project requirements.

Skills

Structural engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree

Master Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA 3D

ETABS

SAFE

BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla)

Job description

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Structural Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Design structural components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Applies strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the structural engineering services industry.
• Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Structural Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Bachelor Degree Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Master Degree of Science degree in Structural Engineering and 2 years of structural engineering experience required.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong computer skills include structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

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