Timber Engineer

Woodrandd; Oregon; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodrandd is seeking a reliable Timber Engineer in Jefferson, Oregon to design new timber structures and repair existing ones. The role involves field inspections, collaboration with the Laboratory Manager, and supporting junior staff on research projects.

Opportunities exist to expand knowledge of wood science through in-house training. The engineer will travel within the US and Canada, work with US design codes, and contribute to quotations, quality control, and the development of drawings and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience in timber engineering and construction.
• Pursuing or hold Civil/Structural Professional Engineer licensure.
• BS Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Ability to obtain valid passport and work authorization.
• Strong attention to detail and big-picture thinking.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Design new timber structures and repairs for existing timber structures.
• Lead and/or participate in field inspections.
• Prepare design and inspection reports.
• Assist in quotations and tender submissions.
• Support quality control processes to ensure accuracy.
• Provide direction to the CAD department for drawings.
• Travel within the US and Canada.
• Collaborate with Laboratory Manager and other staff on research projects.
• Develop standardized drawings, procedures, and specifications.
• Advance knowledge of wood science through training opportunities.

Skills

Timber engineering

Structural analysis

Technical leadership

Effective communication

Time management

Education

BS Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Timber Engineer with a proven background in timber engineering to design new timber structures and design the repairs of existing structures. The Timber Engineer will lead and/or participate in field inspections of existing structures and inspect as-built conditions of new structures. The successful candidate will also work closely with the Laboratory Manager and other technical staff on research projects and be engaged in quality control processes. This position provides support to the Senior Engineer in developing design work and overseeing junior technical staff. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to advance their knowledge of wood science and timber engineering through in-house training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Must be willing to travel within the US and Canada (other foreign travel possible).
• Be familiar with US design codes and willing to become familiar with Canadian and Australian design and testing methods and standards.
• Design new timber structures and the repairs for existing timber structures.
• Lead and/or participate in field inspections.
• Prepare design and inspection reports.
• Assist in the development of quotations and tender submissions.
• Participate in quality control processes to ensure accuracy.
• Provide clear and detailed information to the technical staff in support of any design and/or analyses of structures.
• Provide clear, detailed directions to the CAD department for the development of design, construction, and shop drawings.
• Provide technical support to field crews and contractors.
• Assist various departments in the development of standardized drawings, procedures, and specifications.
• Perform work in a timely and accurate fashion.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain valid passport and any required work visas (as required).
• 5 years’ experience in Structural Engineering field.
• Have been awarded or are actively working towards licensure as a Civil/Structural Professional Engineer.
• BS Degree in Civil Engineering (or related field of study).
• Experience in timber engineering and construction.
• Understanding of the complete construction process.
• Be familiar with and operate within conventional project management framework.
• Have a high attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture.”
• Competent in conflict and crisis management.
• Ability to follow Leadership and provide Leadership as required.
• Excellent time management skills.Excellent CAD and other computer skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Structural Engineering or related field.
• Valid Passport.

Job Type: Full-time. Work Location: In person, Jefferson, Oregon.