What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer/Restoration Engineer position at Walker Consultants?
Structural Engineer/Restoration Engineer
Work Location: Los Angeles
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
About This Opportunity
Walker Consultants has an immediate opportunity for a mid-level structural engineer in the Los Angeles office. This individual will work on a variety of assignments which may include participating in field investigations of existing buildings especially parking structures, developing repair calculations, preparing design drawings and specifications, analyzing existing structures, conducting forensics investigations,and writing reports.
Walker is a multi-service firm of engineers, architects, and consultants with expertise in parking, structural engineering, structural forensics, structural and architectural restoration, and building envelope consulting that are fully committed to providing structural and architectural solutions.
\n- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off and 9 Holidays
- 100% Employee-Owned
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employer Paid Community Involvement
- HSA Employer Contribution
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Wellness Program – 100% employer paid
Responsibilities
- Take a leading role in preparation of project documents including development of repair drawings, calculation sheets and assessment reports.
- Manage small to medium size projects.
- Perform on-site condition assessment and investigations, including surveying and documenting observations, photographing, and sketching.
- Organize field data to facilitate analysis and problem solving.
- Perform required engineering calculations, structural analysis, and repair/retrofit design.
- Assist clients in preparation of bid package.
- Perform construction administration services during construction.
- Research historical background of diverse structures and building materials, technical specifications, and building code issues.
- Complete technical and investigative reports to support findings and prepare presentations.
- Interface with clients and attend meetings.
- Prepare project proposals.
- May require traveling to jobsites including out-of-state locations.
Qualifications and Competencies
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in civil/structural engineering.
- PE in home state required; able to obtain California PE in the first year of employment.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in structural design, repair/retrofit design and structural failure investigation.
- Excellent organization and project management skills.
- Must have background in structural dynamics or related field.
- Experience with post-tensioned structures is a plus.
- Fluent in spoken and written English. Strong technical writing skills.
- Strong background in using commercially available structural engineering software.
- Experience in building envelope assessments (moisture infiltration, façade, roofing) is a plus.
