Structural Engineer IV

Lake Superior Consulting; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible work options

401K (6% company match)

Company paid life, AD&D, and short//20

Job summary

Lake Superior Consulting in Cranberry Township, PA, seeks a Structural Engineer IV to lead complex engineering efforts in our Facilities Engineering group. The role requires advanced technical expertise, independent decision-making, and mentorship to junior engineers.

Responsibilities include design, review, client meetings as SME, and management of schedule and budget across projects. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in structural engineering, a Civil/Structural ABET degree, and PE/EIT

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from ABET-recognized university.
• 5+ years of structural engineering experience.
• PE license preferred; EIT required.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to junior engineers on projects.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams as needed.
• Layout and detail projects as Engineer of Record or under EOQ supervision.
• Provide CAD drawings or sketches for Designers/Drafters.
• Research design options and document findings for EOQ.
• Review shop drawings and participate in client meetings as SME.
• Develop construction cost estimates and manage schedules/budgets.
• Direct and supervise Designer/Drafter activities as needed.
• Present technical aspects to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Independent work

Client meetings

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Structural Engineering degree

PE license preferred

EIT required

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Civil 3D

RISA

Excel

Bluebeam REVU

Job description

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking a Structural Engineer IV to join our growing Facilities Engineering group.

This senior-level role is responsible for leading project engineering efforts that require advanced technical expertise, sound judgment, and independent decision-making. The Structural Engineer IV plans and executes complex engineering work involving the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of structural engineering techniques, procedures, and design criteria. The successful candidate will develop innovative solutions to challenging design problems, prepare and review drawings, specifications, and calculations, and oversee project activities to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and accepted engineering practices. In addition, this role provides technical guidance, mentorship, and leadership to junior engineers and technical staff while supporting the successful delivery of projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis calculations using governing codes and standards, engineering formulas, skills, and experience.
• Provide leadership and guidance to more junior engineers while executing a variety of structural engineering tasks.
• Capable of working within or leading a multi-disciplinary engineering project team.
• Layout and detail entire projects as an Engineer of Record or portions of projects under the supervision of the Engineer of Record
• Provide CAD drawings or sketches to incorporate in drawings by Designers/Drafters
• Research design options and document findings for Engineer of Record
• Review shop drawings
• Assume the lead engineer’s role on assigned projects
• Develop construction cost estimates
• Direct and supervise other Designer’s/Drafter’s activities as needed
• Attend and participate in client meetings as a Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Perform field activities such as observing and recording existing field conditions, taking and verifying measurements within project area
• Organize, draft, and coordinate technical documents
• Serve as the project engineer by leading design and engineering effort, and managing proposed schedule and budget throughout each project
• Work either independently or closely with others in a team environment on construction plans with clients, architects, and other professionals
• Present technical aspects of a project and structural design approach to technical and non-technical individuals
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of all applicable engineering codes and practices

Position Requirements

Education, Certifications/Licenses, Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 5+ years’ experience as a structural engineer
• PE preferred, EIT required

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• History of successful completion of projects
• Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others
• Preferred experience with engineering and/ design software such as AutoCAD, Navisworks, Civil 3D, RISA, Excel Spreadsheets, Bluebeam REVU etc.
• Understand 2-D and 3-D drafting techniques
• Firm knowledge of design codes including: ASCE 7, AISC 360, ACI 318, etc.

Physical Requirements and Demands

• The job requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation. Routinely use standard office equipment such as but not limited to: computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets. Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting in up to 50lbs.
• Exposure to weather including heat and cold climates.
• Ability to work long hours and overtime when projects demand.

Be Part of Something Bigger – Join the Team at Lake Superior Consulting!

At LSC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier talent and take on meaningful projects in industries including Liquids and Natural Gas, Power, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to grow your career while making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Lake Superior Consulting offers a competitive compensation package. The actual starting salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including your skills, experience, and office/market location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000 - $132,800.

Our benefits include

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible work options
• 401K (6% company match)
• Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (twelve per year)
• Tuition reimbursement

Bias-Free Hiring Practices

Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.