Structural Engineer

Madsen Associates; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Madsen Associates in San Diego seeks a mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team. The candidate will apply knowledge of structural systems to forensic engineering across residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures.

Responsibilities include documenting as-built conditions, performing failure cause and origin analyses, authoring technical reports, and supporting construction litigation with expert testimony when required.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Calif. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required; multi-state registrations a plus.
• Knowledge of building codes (ICC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, NDS) and structural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems from natural or human-induced causes.
• Use codes and structural knowledge to establish repair scopes and perform cause/origin analyses.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.

Skills

Field Work

Report Writing

Client Communication

Structural Codes

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET)

CA PE License (NCEES)

Examination readiness (NCEES)

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. Building system types include, but are not limited to: steel, concrete, masonry, wood, roofing and building envelopes.

Responsibilities And Duties Include

• Field work 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 at times.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.
• Minimum 10 Years Structural Engineering experience in design or other backgrounds that promotes an understanding of structural behavior.
• California Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.
• 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: $100k – $170k

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

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