Civil Engineer, Structural Focus

Kennedy Jenks; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kennedy Jenks is looking for a Structural Engineer in Eugene, Oregon. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 6 years of consulting experience. The role involves leading structural projects mainly in the water and wastewater sectors, ensuring structural integrity and safety. Knowledge of RISA 3D, AutoCAD, and BIM tools is essential.

The anticipated salary ranges from $130,000 to $185,000, along with benefits like health insurance, a 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience as a consulting engineer focused on structural design.
• Experience with structural engineering projects from conception to completion.
• Deep understanding of relevant codes and structural design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects in concrete, steel, wood, masonry, and composite.
• Design and analyze water and wastewater treatment structures in high seismic regions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to provide solutions to clients.

Skills

Structural design principles

BIM tools

RISA 3D

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in Oregon

Tools

Enercalc

RAM Elements

RAM Structural Systems

STAAD

Job description

Founded in 1919, KJ has always looked to the future. With a talented team of professionals and a culture of continuous improvement, we deliver exceptional engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management services, with a focus on innovation and sustainability. Using advanced analytics, technology, and tools, KJ improves designs, reduces risk, and finds better ways to deliver projects from planning through construction. KJ is at the forefront of developing sustainable solutions for clients, including green infrastructure design, strategies to reduce energy use and environmental impacts, award-winning water reuse projects, and efficient construction management practices that ensure quality, safety, and on‑time delivery. We are known for our dedication to industry‑leading client service and tailored solutions.

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Structural Engineer in our Eugene, Oregon office. The right candidate will have experience providing structural consulting services, construction administration with a preferred background in water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Structural Engineer plays a crucial role in designing and ensuring the structural integrity and life safety of various infrastructure projects such as pump stations, reservoirs, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering projects in the design of concrete, steel, wood, masonry, and composite construction to deliver structural solutions for projects both large and small. This role will require the preparation of specifications and drawings on projects as it relates to structural engineering.
• Design and analyze structures such as treatment plant buildings, tanks, clarifiers and other facilities that are a part of the water and wastewater treatment process in high seismic regions. Projects may also include existing structure evaluation.
• Design and analysis of pump stations including the buildings that house pumps, piping systems and support structures.
• Experience with RISA 3D, Enercalc, RAM Elements, RAM Structural Systems, and STAAD is preferred.
• Lead structural engineering efforts related to engineering services during construction as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. Work includes on‑site structural observation.
• Work within a multi‑disciplinary team to provide solutions to clients throughout the United States including and supporting municipal agencies and industrial facilities.
• Use BIM tools to deliver many of these projects, and to provide clients with interactive environments to provide meaningful input on projects from the initial planning stages, through design and construction. Experience with Revit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural Engineering focus.
• Minimum 6+ years of experience as a consulting engineer focused on structural design. Preferred experience in structural engineering for industrial or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on structural engineering projects from conception to completion. This includes collaboration, design, analysis, and construction phase.
• Deep understanding of structural design principles, codes and standards.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and 3D/BIM modeling.
• Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) required in the state of Oregon.

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office. This approach empowers our people to thrive, collaborate, and achieve their full potential.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $130,000 - $185,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

Kennedy Jenks is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.