Structural Engineer 5

CDM Smith; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 91,478 - 160,118; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a qualified engineer for structural design and analysis in Atlanta, Georgia. You will create designs for reinforced concrete and steel structures while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, possess a PE license, and have at least 7 years of related experience. This role requires some domestic or international travel and offers a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience required.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Create structural analyses and designs for various structures.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Develop proposals and collaborate with clients.

Skills

CADD 3D and 4D software

Engineering principles of design

Microsoft Excel

Regulations knowledge

Revit

STAAD

RISA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Tools

CADD software

Microsoft Office Suite

Engineering design software

Job description

Company Overview

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Job Description

• Creates structural analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of basic to high complexity to meet client project requirements.
• Directs the development of models, drawings, and specifications.
• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs.
• Coordinates designs with other engineering disciplines.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Performs structural condition assessments and confined space entries.
• Contributes to firm’s TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• May attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm’s products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural or Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; frequency depends on duties, responsibilities and project demands.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on transit facilities (Bus Terminal, Transit Stations, Train Depot, etc.).
• Experience on MARTA and/or Airport projects.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of computer‑assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.
• Ability to arrange/layout structural systems and elements for strength, stability, constructability, and construction economy.
• Strong knowledge of engineering analysis/design software (e.g. Revit, STAAD, RISA).

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay Range

USD $91,478.00 – USD $160,118.00

Visa Sponsorship

No – This position does not support sponsorship in the United States (H‑1B or TN visas).