Staff Engineer

Job Title

Staff Engineer

Location

Pittsburgh, PA 15275 US (Primary)

Category

Structural Engineering Design

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 10%

Security Clearance Required

None

Job Description

Position Summary

As a Staff Engineer at Mackin, you will take on a more responsible role, independently managing structural engineering tasks and providing technical expertise in the design and analysis of complex structures. You will collaborate closely with project teams, mentor newer staff, and contribute to the successful completion of diverse and challenging projects. This position offers a stimulating work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact on our projects and clients.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Provide professional design services and engineering support in response to department needs
• Assist in the development of design plans and supporting materials, including preparation of H&H reports, waterway permits, and TS&L submissions
• Lead the design and analysis of various structural systems, ensuring compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to newer staff, assisting in their professional development and growth
• Create and review detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications for projects
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing structures, identify potential issues, and recommend appropriate remedial measures
• Maintain billability percentage set by supervisor/leadership
• Weekly timesheet completion (with appropriate notes/codes)
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, explaining technical concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Manage and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to project schedules and budgets
• Support internal departments with structures design services required to execute projects
• Contribute to the overall success of Mackin by supporting internal departments, providing exemplary service to clients, and striving to meet on-going initiatives to grow and develop the company

 

Non-Essential Duties

• Assist with design work for other departments
• Participate in professional engineering society conferences
• Contribute and serve on an engineering committee and/or subcommittee
• Participate in research and development opportunities and projects
• Advise management of new developments which may affect profit, schedule, costs, client relations, and/or inter-departmental relations
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

 

System or Specialized Knowledge

To perform this job successfully, an individual might have knowledge of:

• PennDOT – Programs/Systems, Design Manuals, and Publications
• WVDOH and ODOT – Standards, Manuals, Design Directives, and Publications (optional)
• MicroStation (preferred, not required) and AutoCAD (optional)
• Deltek Ajera
• Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Computers, Printers, and Electronics

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Job Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Years of Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in the engineering field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education: BA or BS Degree required

Degree or Formal Training: Civil Engineering or a related discipline

License, Certificate, or Registration: Professional Engineer (PE) license in PA (WV, OH, and/or MD are a plus) or the ability to obtain it within six months is required

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.