Structural Engineer/Food & Beverage

Job Juncture; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking an experienced Lead Structural Engineer to join our Food and Beverage division in the Atlanta area. The role leads the development of structural solutions from concept through construction, collaborating with operations, preconstruction, architecture, and other engineering disciplines.

You will oversee design, coordination, and production of structural design services, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement of standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• 5+ years relevant structural engineering design experience.
• Experience in food & beverage, freezer/cooler, controlled environment or industrial manufacturing facility projects is desirable.
• Experience in Design-Build and Progressive Design-Build Best Practices.

Responsibilities

• Engineer of Record for in-house structural design services.
• Provide structural engineering evaluations and designs for repair and remediation of emergency conditions.
• Provide construction document production (drawings + specifications) as well as marketing material for project pursuits.
• Provide and deliver required deliverables for construction document milestones.
• Establish drafting templates and libraries for Design workflows.
• Support 5D / Model Based Estimating collaboration with Preconstruction.
• Design of varying structural systems including concrete, masonry, wood, and steel for diverse building typologies.
• Knowledgeable of up-to-date construction methodologies and building codes.
• Experience in construction means and methods with technology across project sizes.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and designers.

Skills

BIM Proficiency (Revit)

Revit

Multidisciplinary coordination

CSI specifications

Tech design integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

RamSteel

SpecLink

Job description

I am seeking a experienced Lead Structural Engineer to join our Food and Beverage dedicated staff. This role leads to the development of structural engineering solutions from early concepts through construction, collaborating closely with operations, preconstruction, architectural, and other engineering disciplines to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with project schedules.

This position provides structural engineering leadership throughout the full project lifecyclefrom design and construction through facility operations. The role carries overall responsibility for the management, coordination, and production of structural engineering design services.

Organizational Relationship

The F&B Lead Structural Engineer operates within the Structural Engineering Department but will exclusively serve the Food and Beverage Division.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engineer of Record for in-house structural design services
• Provide structural engineering evaluations and designs for the repair and remediation of emergency conditions
• Provide construction document production (drawings + specifications) as well as marketing material for project pursuits
• Provide and deliver required deliverables for construction document milestones
• Establish drafting templates and libraries for Design workflows
• Support 5D / Model Based Estimating collaboration with Preconstruction
• Design of varying structural systems including but not limited to concrete, masonry, wood, and steel for a wide range of building typologies such as industrial, educational, storage, office, and residential.
• Knowledgeable of up-to-date construction methodologies and applicable building codes
• Experience in construction means and methods especially in the application of technology on a range of project size and complexity.
• Demonstrated abilities and relative experience in preconstruction, field management and construction processes.

Preconstruction Process

• Support design-build project pursuits, including development of project scope, preparation of proposal deliverables, and participation in client presentations and interviews.
• Along with the construction Operations Team Lead, coordinate with Preconstruction and Design to ensure the appropriate Budget is established, all design and preconstruction meetings are conducted, as required.
• Work with Preconstruction to analyze alternative design options

Oversee Project Design

• Coordinate closely with architectural, MEP, refrigeration, and process engineering disciplines to develop integrated building solutions.
• Collaborate closely with construction, estimating, and engineering teams to ensure design solutions are practical, buildable, and aligned with project budgets.
• Review submittals, respond to RFIs, and support the team during the construction administration phase.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and designers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, workflows, and technical practices within the organization.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

Architect Specific

Technical

• Strong BIM proficiency (Revit-based workflow required)
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary industrial projects
• Knowledge of construction document production and CSI specifications
• Understanding of industrial and/or Food & Beverage facility requirements preferred

Personal & Professional Leadership

• Problem Solving
• Results Driven
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Decision Making / Judgment
• Customer Focus
• Innovative / Solutions Oriented
• Accepts Supervision and Constructive Criticism
• Commitment to Professional Development

WORKING CONDITIONS

• In general, performance of the job has the Structural Engineer operating from an office location vs. a project location and will oversee multiple projects at one time
• Periodic construction site visits to gather project data and information
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
• May require short periods of travel (2-5 days)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education:

Bachelors in Civil / Structural Engineering

Experience:

• 5+ years relevant structural engineering design experience.
• Previous experience in food and beverage, freezer/cooler, controlled environment or industrial manufacturing facility projects is desirable.
• Experienced in Design-Build and Progressive Design-Build Best Practices

Skill and Knowledge:

• Revit/ AutoCAD
• Navisworks
• RamSteel
• Preparation of CSI specifications, SpecLink
• Understanding of industrial/ process coordination preferred

License:

• S.E. / P.E. in Georgia, with capability of reciprocity to other states

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

National Construction Engineering Firm close to Atlanta