Structural Engineer
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Job Description
Engineer Job Description
Engineer is a technical staff position for individuals that typically possess between zero and four years of experience within a consulting structural engineering firm or similar. This is primarily a task-oriented position. Tasks are administered individually by a Supervisor, typically by Project Managers and occasionally by Project Engineers. Tasks are reviewed by a Supervisor while the task is both in-progress and complete. An Engineer s performance is judged primarily on the accuracy and consistency of results as well as the level of independence with which those results were achieved.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Tasks
- Generation of 3-D Building Information Models (BIM) and 3-D Structural Analysis and Design Models utilizing advanced software programs
- Computer-aided and hand-calculated structural analysis, design, and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems
- Introductory structural design coordination with other design professionals including Architects and Engineers of various disciplines
- Introductory preparation of Construction Documents within the Autodesk REVIT environment
- Review of structural submittals and basic RFI s
- Construction Observation and Special Inspections on Jezerinac Group and other projects
- Deliverables
- Production of complete and accurately modeled BIM and structural analysis and design models
- Production of accurate and orderly-kept calculations
- Production of accurately extracted structural plans and details per JG drawing presentation standards for review supervisor.
- Production of Field Observation, Inspection, and Investigative Reports per JG reporting standards for review by supervisor.
- Project Management
- Regularly discuss allotted time per task with Project Manager
Knowledge Required
- Technical
- Model Building Codes, e.g., FBC and IBC
- Design Standards, e.g., ASCE-7
- Material Codes and Design Standards, e.g., ACI-318 and AISC Manuals of Steel Construction
- JG design, BIM modeling, and drawing presentation standards, where applicable
- Software user manuals, e.g., Autodesk REVIT, RAM SS, RAM Concept, Enercalc
- Understanding of statics, mechanics of materials, and traditional and matrix structural analysis exercise general critical thinking skills consistent with such understanding
- Understanding of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber design methodology
- Field observation and inspection techniques
Work Quality
- Produces logical and accurate results backed by organized and clearly presented structural calculations that are easy for supervisors to understand
- Follows JG design, BIM modeling, and drawing presentation standards, where applicable
- Uses proper grammar within written and verbal communication
- Production of neat, accurate, and graphically pleasing documentation including reports
- Schedules timely in-house task/project quality reviews of his/her work and follows through on review comments
Time Management / Efficiency / Self-Motivation
- Sets goals throughout day for the completion of individual tasks
- Seeks collaboration with supervisor in determination of allotted time per task and produces work in allotted time period
- Works to simplify analysis, design, and drawing presentation
- Completes tasks on time and only once. Spends little time correcting design errors or incomplete or erroneous documents
- Logs time accurately on a daily basis per Project Manager s contractual agreements
Communication and Teamwork
- Speaks clearly and efficiently to colleagues, supervisors, clients, and other industry professionals using accurate technical terminology
- Writes grammatically correct, efficient, and technically accurate reports, emails, or other inquiries
- Works collaboratively with others, openly and thoroughly sharing information with others
Leadership and Culture
- Reaches out to instruct others when their technical acumen on a subject is greater than his/her colleague s
- Displays an enthusiastic and positive attitude, treats co-workers with respect, works to resolve disputes - not promote them, and arouses enthusiasm in others and promotes their development
- Is an internal champion of JG by setting positive examples for other employees; and
- Provides management with constructive suggestions on ways to make JG a better company and a better place to work
Firm Promotion
- Conducts his or herself in a professional manner with all industry contacts
- Provides helpful consultation and recommendations to project team members
- Communicates accurately through verbal, electronic, and written channels
- Always Promotes JG and their services
- Responds to client and project concerns and needs in a professional and timely manner
- Seeks and presents additional opportunities for JG through current and past industry contacts
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Life and Disability Insurance: Coverage for life and disability
- Retirement Plan: 401k with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Employee Development and Growth Opportunity
- Education & Formal Training Opportunities: On-the-job training - bolstering expertise in technical acumen as well as networking and leadership skills
- Mentor Program
- Paid Certification Testing
- Professional Organization Membership: Access to various nationwide networks of experts
- Monthly Town Hall
- Investment in Cutting-Edge Technology and Tools
Compensation based on experience and qualifications.