Structural Designer - Residential and Light Commercial Design
This position requires thorough knowledge of structural design and engineering techniques, and diverse experience in structural for Residential, Retails Centers, Multi-family Homes, Storage Facilities, Warehouses, Restaurant, and Gas stations (C-stores). The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. The selected candidate will also devise new approaches to problems, and prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs, and monitor work for compliance to applicable codes, and accepted engineering practices on projects of small to medium size and complexity with minimal technical oversight.
Position Reports to : Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager
Pioneer Engineering is an engineering design and consulting firm. We specialize in civil and structural engineering, as well as planning and construction management services for residential, commercial and light industrial clients. Founder Ali Tabboush, PE, has been providing engineering services in the Greater Houston area for more than 10 years. He started Pioneer Engineering with the vision of combining large-firm professionalism, and processes, with the customer service and accessibility of a smaller company. Tabboush has assembled an unparalleled team of qualified professionals, developed solid relationships with jurisdictional personnel, and established a diverse client base, equipping Pioneer to provide its clients service at the highest levels.
Job Functions
Provide primary point of contact for Client and design team including Architect and General Contractor.Maintain project schedule and activities.Maintain procedures and ensure all calculations and details are in accordance with relevant codes (IBC, ASCE-7, ACI, AISC, NDS, AISI, etc.) based on project-specific jurisdiction.Plan and conduct independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, and adaptation of engineering techniques, value engineering, procedures, and criteria.Conduct structural calculations, specifications, and reports.Maintain the technical quality and consistency of work, including compliance with project design criteria and standards, project procedures, relevant corporate standards, and local codes and regulations.Coordinate technical issues with other departments on projects including constructability requirements and reviews.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications.Perform site inspections to verify build per plans, and write corresponding inspection report per findings.Qualifications - Abilities
Capable of execution of all structural work for small and mid-sized commercial and residential projects.Proficient in the preparation of structural calculations (utilizing computer programs, as well as by hand) for timber, concrete, and steel structures and building foundations.Capable of reading and interpreting a geotechnical investigation report to assess recommendations and determine the best foundation type for a project.Excellent knowledge of drawing development, presentation, composition and arrangement, scale, orientation, dimensioning, section and details, and other drafting practices applicable to the preparation of structural drawings.Ability to prepare clear, complete, and accurate work plans and detail drawings, as well as sketches, and diagrams necessary for construction documents.Complete understanding of project specifications related to structural disciplines.Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project), AutoCAD, structural engineering software, drafting techniques, and structural engineering terminology.Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.Proven ability to focus on value engineering and cost cutting in productionPrior experience with residential projects is critical.Proficient with vendor drawings (Shop Drawings).Occasional fieldwork (inspections).Qualifications - Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Architectural or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis (Preferred).3-6 years of experience in structural design in commercial and residentialProficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Revit is a plus).
