Structural Engineer

MKA International, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

ESOP participation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

MKA International, Inc. in Columbus, Ohio is looking for a mid-to-senior level Professional Engineer to join their forensic engineering team. The role involves evaluating structural systems related to various incidents, including natural and human-induced damage, and requires a strong understanding of structural design.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, an Ohio Professional Engineer license, and experience in Structural Engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of Structural Engineering experience.
• Knowledge of construction codes and practices required.
• Field experience with structural assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work for forensic structural assessments.
• Establish repair recommendations based on damage analysis.
• Evaluate design drawings and communication with clients.

Skills

Structural Engineering design knowledge

Code compliance (ICC, ASCE, AISC)

Strong communication skills

Litigation support experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Ohio Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer to our team of multi-disciplinary licensed engineers. The individual will have knowledge in the behavior of structural systems and their components for use in forensic engineering relating to residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures. Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired but not necessary if background is strong in design. Building system types include but are not limited to: steel, concrete, masonry, wood, roofing and building envelopes.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems caused by natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.
• Utilize building codes, technical knowledge of structural behavior, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, interface with code officials and contractors, and provide detailed reports.
• Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.
• Retention and development of client relationships.
• Will travel as needed, on short notice at times.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.
• Ohio Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) are a plus.
• Minimum 2-5 years Structural Engineering experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of structural behavior.
• Knowledge of national building and construction codes (ICC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, NDS, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience of structural engineering concepts, principles and practices.
• Knowledge of multiple types of construction, a plus.
• Field experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience providing Litigation Support including expert testimony at depositions and/or trial, mediation and arbitration proceedings is desirable.

Compensation: $90k – $100k. MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401(k) match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer and have a good driving record.