What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer position at RESPEC?
Company Description
RESPEC seeks a Structural Engineer Fairbanks, Juneau, Soldotna or Anchorage, Alaska location.
Big challenges need bold thinkers.
If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.
At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.
We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Job Description
RESPEC is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our engineering team in Alaska! This position will help support the growing Infrastructure business unit on the RESPEC Alaska Team. The structural engineers at RESPEC collaborate across multiple offices. We design a wide range of innovative projects utilizing state-of-the-art technologies. Projects include recreational, commercial, military, educational, and industrial buildings, investigations of distressed structures, systems supports, drainage and recreational structures, storage tanks, water and wastewater supply and treatment facilities.
The Structural Engineer will be a part of our growing Alaska team. The engineer’s structural analysis and design experience will support new construction and rehabilitations/renovations in collaboration with architects and civil, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineers. Interpreting building codes and standards, preparing structural plans and details, and conducting related construction observations for RESPEC’s structural projects—while applying technical knowledge to meet all stakeholder expectations—are key aspects of this position. The Structural Engineer will work with fellow employee-owners in Alaska in expanding our practice in the contiguous United States.
Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package.RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.
Featured benefits:
RESPEC seeks a Structural Engineer Fairbanks, Juneau, Soldotna or Anchorage, Alaska location.
Big challenges need bold thinkers.
If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.
At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.
We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Job Description
RESPEC is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our engineering team in Alaska! This position will help support the growing Infrastructure business unit on the RESPEC Alaska Team. The structural engineers at RESPEC collaborate across multiple offices. We design a wide range of innovative projects utilizing state-of-the-art technologies. Projects include recreational, commercial, military, educational, and industrial buildings, investigations of distressed structures, systems supports, drainage and recreational structures, storage tanks, water and wastewater supply and treatment facilities.
The Structural Engineer will be a part of our growing Alaska team. The engineer’s structural analysis and design experience will support new construction and rehabilitations/renovations in collaboration with architects and civil, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineers. Interpreting building codes and standards, preparing structural plans and details, and conducting related construction observations for RESPEC’s structural projects—while applying technical knowledge to meet all stakeholder expectations—are key aspects of this position. The Structural Engineer will work with fellow employee-owners in Alaska in expanding our practice in the contiguous United States.
- Lead structural projects as a Structural Project Engineer.
- Observe structural construction on site.
- Interpret drawings from architects or other engineering disciplines.
- Participate in design progress meetings.
- Analyze structures using computer analysis programs.
- Prepare structural design calculations and related project documentation.
- Perform structural detailing and editing for the preparation of construction drawings.
- Perform quality control reviews of designs and project structural drawings.
- Prepare project communications.
- Assist with preparation of structural project proposals.
- Prepare structural technical sections of specifications.
- Review structural shop drawings and other structural submittals.
- B.S. in Civil Engineering with structural coursework emphasis.
- Professional Engineering registration.
- Minimum 5 to 8 years ofexperience in structural engineering
- Experience equivalent to ACEC Engineer Levels E-4 to E-7
- Solid knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Mathcad.
- RISA, STAAD, SAP, or similar Structural Analysis Software experience.
- Experience with preparing plans, specifications, and design calculations.
- Self-motivated, energetic, and able to take on new tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
- Detail oriented andwell organized with demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong verbal andwritten communication skills.
- Desire to learn and advance in technical skills and understanding.
- AutoCAD and Revit experience.
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis.
- Project Management experience and/or Project Management Professional Certification.
- Experience with review of structural construction.
- Interest in continued professional development.
- SE registration is a plus.
Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package.RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.
Featured benefits:
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) & ESOP(with company match up to 4%)
- Professional Development and Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
