Structural Engineer in Training

Job Summary:

The Structural Engineer in Training will work under the supervision of Senior Staff to perform computer-aided design, calculation checking, and other design tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Training and Analysis: Train with Professional Engineers to perform analysis and engineering for various structures:
  • Single-family residences (production and custom)
  • Multifamily complexes
  • Retail/Low-rise commercial facilities
  • Ancillary structures (retaining walls, screen walls, and miscellaneous structures)
• Material Knowledge: Ability to utilize a variety of building materials including:
  • Dimensional lumber
  • Engineered wood products
  • Masonry
  • Concrete
  • Cold-formed steel
  • Steel
• Create structural design drawings, calculations, and details under the direction of Professional Engineers.
• Review shop drawing submittals.
• Perform site visits to various project sites.
• FOLLOW COMPANY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
• Any other duties not specifically defined herein that will support the engineering team's efforts.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Possess and exhibit professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Familiar with the IRC/IBC, NDS, ACI, ASCE 7, and other codes
• Self-starter with willingness to interact as a team player
• Knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software including Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and Adobe or related software
• Familiar with structural design software such as ENERCAL, PTISlab, or STAAD is a plus
• OCCASIONAL TRAVEL REQUIRED FOR SITE VISITS, INSPECTIONS, OR MEETINGS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Structural, Architectural, or Civil Engineering (with Structural Emphasis preferred) from an ABET accredited university
• E.I.T. certification or the ability to obtain the certification within six months

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to see to inspect using up close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Required to wear PPE (ex. hard hats, safety glasses, etc…)
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

Work Environment:

The work environment is in an indoor/outdoor setting and is subject to hot, cold, windy, and wet weather conditions resulting in heat and dust exposure.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.