Structural Engineer E4

Ghafari Associates; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghafari Associates in Dearborn, MI, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead design and production of construction documents for structural systems. The role reports to the Manager of Structural Engineering and emphasizes coordination with project stakeholders, code compliance, and mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering, PE/SE preferred, and at least 10 years of related experience, with proficiency in RAM, ETABS, SAP2000 and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Registration; SE preferred.
• 10 years of related structural engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead as project engineer for mid-size projects, managing quality, budget and schedule.
• Review project scope, budget and design approach with stakeholders.
• Produce construction documents for structural framing, details and specs.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for well-coordinated drawings.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers on the team.
• Apply wind and seismic design knowledge using relevant codes.

Skills

RISA

RAM

ETABS

SAP2000

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional Registration; SE preferred

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Summary

The Structural Engineer, with limited supervision from the Manager of Structural Engineering, will provide technical, organizational, and communication skills to produce well‑designed and coordinated construction documents for structural systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and/or establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with the Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager and/or client
• Perform as a project lead engineer for mid‑size projects, managing the production effort of staff assigned to project in terms of quality, budget, and schedule
• Keep current with latest code publications and apply them in everyday analysis as applicable
• Produce innovative design solutions and give valuable engineering judgment to the team
• Formulate, design, and/or conduct analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculations
• Conduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditions
• Review of existing structures and determination of reinforcing as needed
• Ability to prepare construction documents e.g. drawings, details and specifications
• Communicate with other disciplines to produce well‑coordinated construction documents with basic understanding of Architectural details and MEP requirements
• Coordinate team of engineers and assign tasks while maintaining budget
• Communicate scope changes to the Manager of Structural Engineering and Project Manager
• Mentor less experienced engineers and designers
• Use available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checks
• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• Professional Registration; S.E. preferred

Experience

• 10 years of related experience in the structural engineering field
• Strong working knowledge of wind and seismic design

Skills / Competencies

• Analysis: RISA, RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 preferred
• Drafting: Revit and Bluebeam
• Have an excellent work ethic and a desire to succeed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

• By fax at: 313.436.8624, Attn: Human Resources
• By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Attn: Human Resources
• In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
• By email at: [e-mail]

If there are any questions about the accommodations offered above, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.