Structural Engineer

Madsen, Kneppers & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401K match

ESOP participation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer with expertise in structural systems for forensic engineering. Responsibilities include fieldwork, evaluations, and client communication. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Texas license. Competitive salary ranges from $90k to $130k based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Knowledge of national building and construction codes is required.
• Experience with multiple types of construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork to document structural systems damage.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Manage multiple project assignments.

Skills

Knowledge of structural systems

Strong written and oral communication skills

Field experience

Understanding of building codes

Experience in litigation support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Texas Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

Overview

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

• Fieldwork to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems as a result of 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.
• Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.
• Texas Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.
• Minimum 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 in providing Litigation Support including Expert Testimony at Depositions and/or Trial, Mediation and Arbitration proceedings, desirable.

Compensation

$90k – $130k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Additional information

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

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