Structural Engineer (Jacksonville FL)

OtterBase; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OtterBase is seeking a Structural Engineer to provide technical design support for NAVFAC Southeast in Jacksonville, Florida. The role encompasses the design, analysis, and review of new construction, repair, and renovation projects for Navy facilities, ensuring high-quality, code-compliant designs that meet DoD standards.

The engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, prepare calculations and drawings for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required; Master's preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering design experience, including at least 1 year on Federal or DoD projects.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Software: Autodesk (AutoCAD/Revit), Microsoft Office, and structural analysis software (STAAD Pro, RAM, SAP2000).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized structural engineering support for planning, design, and construction of Navy and Marine Corps facilities.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design analyses, specifications, and construction drawings for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures.
• Support development of project scopes, design documentation, and cost estimates for military construction (MILCON), facility repair, and renovation projects.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and structural condition evaluations to identify required repairs or modifications.
• Review design-build packages, contractor submittals, and shop drawings for technical accuracy and compliance with NAVFAC and UFC criteria.
• Ensure coordination of structural design with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Apply current Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), DoD, and ASCE standards to design deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering studies.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFI responses, design clarifications, and on-site problem resolution.
• Prepare reports, design summaries, and technical recommendations for project managers.

Skills

Structural engineering

STAAD Pro

RAM

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Revit

DoD standards

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

STAAD Pro

RAM

SAP2000

Job description

Our client is seeking a Structural Engineer to provide technical design support for NAVFAC Southeast in Jacksonville, Florida. The Structural Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and review of new construction, repair, and renovation projects for Navy and Marine Corps facilities. This role supports mission-critical infrastructure efforts and requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, code-compliant designs that meet NAVFAC and DoD standards.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide specialized structural engineering support for planning, design, and construction of Navy and Marine Corps facilities.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design analyses, specifications, and construction drawings for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures.
• Support development of project scopes, design documentation, and cost estimates for military construction (MILCON), facility repair, and renovation projects.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and structural condition evaluations to identify required repairs or modifications.
• Review design-build packages, contractor submittals, and shop drawings for technical accuracy and compliance with NAVFAC and UFC criteria.
• Ensure coordination of structural design with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Apply current Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), DoD, and ASCE standards to design deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering studies.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFI responses, design clarifications, and on-site problem resolution.
• Prepare reports, design summaries, and technical recommendations for project managers.

Our client is seeking a Structural Engineer to provide technical design support for NAVFAC Southeast in Jacksonville, Florida. The Structural Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and review of new construction, repair, and renovation projects for Navy and Marine Corps facilities. This role supports mission-critical infrastructure efforts and requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, code-compliant designs that meet NAVFAC and DoD standards.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide specialized structural engineering support for planning, design, and construction of Navy and Marine Corps facilities.
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design analyses, specifications, and construction drawings for concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures.
• Support development of project scopes, design documentation, and cost estimates for military construction (MILCON), facility repair, and renovation projects.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and structural condition evaluations to identify required repairs or modifications.
• Review design-build packages, contractor submittals, and shop drawings for technical accuracy and compliance with NAVFAC and UFC criteria.
• Ensure coordination of structural design with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Apply current Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), DoD, and ASCE standards to design deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering studies.
• Provide technical support during construction, including RFI responses, design clarifications, and on-site problem resolution.
• Prepare reports, design summaries, and technical recommendations for project managers.

Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain NACI/CAC eligibility is required.
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed analyses, drawings, and cost estimates for DoD or NAVFAC facilities or large-scale commercial facilities.
• Proficient with structural modeling software (STAAD Pro, SAP2000, RAM).
• Knowledge of DoD and Navy design standards, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), ASCE 7, IBC, and federal design standards and requirements.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local codes and regulations related to building and structural design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present design concepts and findings effectively.
• Experience with project budgeting, scheduling, and multi-discipline coordination.
• Commitment to NAVFAC safety policies and proper PPE usage during site visits and inspections.

Experience & Education

• Education: Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program required; Master's preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering design experience, including at least 1 year on Federal or DoD projects.
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred.
• Software: Autodesk (AutoCAD/Revit), Microsoft Office, and structural analysis software (STAAD Pro, RAM, SAP2000).