Structural Engineer: Mechanical Systems & Seismic Bracing

Quanta-Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Paid holidays/vacation

Licensure support

Bonus potential

Job summary

DSI, Dynamic System, a Quanta company, seeks a Structural Engineer to support HVAC/mechanical projects with equipment support, seismic bracing, and structural coordination. This role is a support function to the core mechanical scope.

The candidate will design supports, perform bracing calculations, and coordinate with the structural engineer of record and general contractor to ensure proper integration of mechanical systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis) or related field.
• 4–8 years' experience in structural design, ideally with exposure to mechanical equipment support and seismic bracing.
• Working knowledge of equipment anchorage, seismic design requirements, and structural loading analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and structural construction documents.
• Strong coordination and communication skills for working across mechanical and structural trades.

Responsibilities

• Design equipment supports, housekeeping pads, and structural attachments for mechanical equipment (rooftop units, chillers, boilers, piping, ductwork, etc.).
• Perform seismic bracing and anchorage calculations for mechanical equipment and distribution systems per applicable code requirements
• Coordinate structural loading of mechanical equipment with the structural engineer of record and general contractor
• Review structural drawings for coordination with mechanical equipment weights, locations, and support requirements
• Support site visits and field coordination to verify structural supports match mechanical equipment requirements
• Review and respond to RFIs related to structural-mechanical coordination during construction
• Ensure structural scope tied to mechanical systems complies with applicable building codes and seismic requirements

Skills

Structural design

Seismic bracing

Equipment anchorage

Cross-trade coordination

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

Revit Structure

Job description

DSI, Dynamic System, a Quanta company, seeks a Structural Engineer to support HVAC/mechanical projects with equipment support, seismic bracing, and structural coordination. This role is a support function to the core mechanical scope.

The candidate will design supports, perform bracing calculations, and coordinate with the structural engineer of record and general contractor to ensure proper integration of mechanical systems.