Structural Engineer, EIT

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group is seeking a Structural Associate (EIT) to join our Atlanta-area team. You will work with industry experts to deliver high-quality structural solutions across various facilities, with emphasis on seismic design and code compliance.

The role involves preparing design documents, performing analyses, and coordinating with clients and project teams. EIT is required; PE is a plus, and relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• EIT certification is required; PE license is a plus.
• ABET-accredited BS or MS in structural engineering.
• Experience with seismic design and codes.
• Experience with structural software and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design and construction documents for new structures and upgrades as part of an A/E team.
• Define facility requirements for advanced technologies projects with the owner or PM.
• Analyze and design concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures emphasizing seismic design.
• Produce structural calculations, checks, drawings, specs, reports, and deliverables.
• Analyze existing structures and recommend strengthening for new loads.
• Develop sketches into working details and drawings per engineering codes.
• Ensure timely deliverables and exceed client expectations.
• Conduct field work including as-builts, retrofits, and on-site support.

Skills

2+ years structural design experience

EIT (required)

Strong communication

Willing to relocate

Education

BS Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MS Structural Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

ETABS

RISA

RAM

STAAD

SAP

Mathcad

ENERCALC

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Structural Associate (EIT) Who You'll Work With You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment. When you join Design Group as a Structural Associate, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

What You'll Do

• Prepare design and construction documents for new structures and for structural upgrades to existing facilities as a part of an integrated multi-disciplinary A/E team
• Assist the owner or project manager in defining the facility requirements/program for projects in the advanced technologies industry
• Analyze and design concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures with an emphasis on seismic design
• Work with the project team to produce structural calculations, calculation checks, drawings, specifications, reports, and other project deliverables
• Analyze existing structures and provide recommendations for strengthening new loads where required
• Develop design sketches into completed working details and drawings based on engineering fundamentals and applicable codes
• Ensure timely deliverables and exceed client expectations
• Conduct field work including handling structural as-builts, rebuilds, retrofits, construction technical support, and client personnel interaction
• Analyze configurations of basic project structural components
• Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

What You'll Bring

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a structural designer (EIT) or engineer
• Experience in the analysis and design of structures with an emphasis on seismic design
• Hands on experience with structural engineering software such as ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP, Mathcad, and ENERCALC
• Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT (preferred)
• Knowledge of building codes and seismic requirements
• Experience in private sector industrial repair/remediation and greenfield projects (preferred)
• The ability to climb stairs, ladders, and equipment/structures of varying heights
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication including generating reports and conducting group presentations
• A bachelor of science in civil engineering or a master of science in structural engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• EIT (a must have)
• Professional Engineer License (a plus if you have it, must be willing to pursue and obtain)
• Relocation assistance may be available for outstanding candidates, determined on an individual basis

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Structural Associate, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.

Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Structural Engineer but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant. At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company: Design Group Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It's that vision that drives us in creating world-class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal—to use the power of our business to build a better world.