Structural Building Systems Engineer I

CPL; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare for you and family

HSA with employer match

PTO + Sick Time + 8 Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

Licensure Assistance

Internal Mobility & Career Advancement

Job summary

CPL is seeking a Structural Building Systems Engineer I to design building systems across projects, using advanced engineering techniques for sustainable outcomes. The role involves applying gravity, wind, and seismic principles, producing detailed drawings, and guiding junior engineers.

Ideal candidates will have a Civil Engineering degree, 4+ years of structural experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD/Revit with Enercalc/RISA/Bentley tools, plus professional licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of structural engineering experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Revit and design software Enercalc, RISA, Bentley Structural System.
• Professional Licensure required.
• Knowledge of IBC, ASCE-7, ACI 318, AISC 360 and applicable codes.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess interaction of gravity, wind, and seismic loads to meet codes.
• Design and analyze complex structural systems for buildings and infrastructure.
• Prepare detailed drawings and design calculations.
• Develop project specifications for structural building projects.
• Oversee construction phase, review submittals and resolve field issues.
• Supervise junior engineers and support their growth.

Skills

Load path analysis

IBC/ASCE-7/ACI 318 knowledge

Structural design expertise

Leadership & teamwork

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Enercalc

RISA

Bentley Structural System

Job description

STRUCTURAL BUILDING SYSTEMS ENGINEER (BSE) I

Why This Role Matters

As a Building Systems Engineer, you are responsible for the design of building systems for projects across our practice areas, elevating their capabilities and creating a more sustainable world in the process. You would be part of a team whose structural engineering services are grounded in the use of advanced engineering techniques, diverse material selection and sustainability measures.

What You Will Do

• Asses how gravity, wind and seismic loads interact, ensuring designs meet or exceed building codes and safety standards.
• Research and apply current technology and stay abreast of new and upcoming technologies
• Design and analyze complex structural systems, from multi-story buildings and infrastructure projects to industrial systems.
• Execute detailed structural drawings and design calculations
• Develop and prepare project specifications for structural building projects.
• Oversee the construction phase of the project, reviewing submittals, inspecting work, and resolving field issues.
• Supervise junior engineers assist in their growth and development.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• A minimum of 4 years of structural engineering experience
• AutoCAD/Revit experience
• Design program experience such as Enercalc, RISA, Bentley Structural System or equivalent required
• Professional Licensure
• Expertise in load path analysis, gravity and lateral load design with a proficiency in concrete, steel, and composite materials, plus foundation design for various project types.
• An ability to perform difficult technical computations and consolidate acquired data
• Ability to interact effectively across organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of IBC, ASCE-7, ACI 318, AISC 360, and relevant local or national codes.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office tools
• Effective leadership, and strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Engineering, analytical, and technical writing skills with attention to detail
• An understanding of construction plans/specifications

What We Offer:

Benefits for Regular Full-Time & Part-Time Employees Working 30+ Hours/Week

• Healthcare for you and your family: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
  • Single HDHP Medical plan with 100% paid premium
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• FREE Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for you and your family
• FREE Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO + Sick Time + 8 Holidays per year
• Retirement Savings Plan with contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Licensure Assistance

Additional benefits available to FT Employees Working 40+ Hours/Week

• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to $100/month for 5 years ($6,000 total) toward student loan debt

What Does It Look Like Working Here?

We believe that building a strong community is about establishing a prevailing sense of fellowship among our team members, friends, and neighbors.

• Collaboration– working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
• Family–celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
• Fun– not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
• Inspiration– contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth a positive, upbeatattitude.
• Integrity– doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow-through oncommitments.
• Ingenuity– seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solveproblems.

The rate for this position generally ranges between $81-$102K annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employees already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

CPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

CPL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. CPL will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with CPL. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through our Talent Acquisition Team.