About the role
Overview
Provides structural engineering expertise for structural projects. Typical projects include the design and installation of structural steel platforms, conveyor support structures, elevated walkways, industrial steel storage rack and shelving, and custom designed products for large distribution centers. Offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and advancement.
Responsibilities
Responsible for functional areas of small, medium, or large projects, or lead engineer on small projects
Design function
- Review awarded project scope, specifications, and available budgets
- Develop conceptual 3D structural layouts using Revit
- Coordinate with Senior Structural Engineers and other disciplines to optimize structure layouts and features to seamlessly integrate structures with mechanical equipment and the building
- Perform preliminary analysis on structural frame to establish steel profiles; incorporate into preliminary 3D structural layouts
- Present preliminary layouts to Client for review, further design iterations and conceptual approval; ensure structure designs are optimized to support Client operational needs
- Develop and document final structure drawings for formal approval using Revit and AutoCAD
- Coordinate with designated Engineer-of-Record to finalize structure frame design for permitting and construction
Execution function
Project schedule
Work with Project Management and / or lead Structural Engineer to establish and track key milestones
Ensure material procurement and detailing activities are timed to meet onsite date requirements
Project budget
Monitor engineering progress and material purchasing commitments to maintain project budgets
Raise awareness to change order conditions as scope evolves over project life cycle
Steel detailing coordination
- Conduct and document project handoff to detailing team
- Monitor detailing progress to ensure timely releases to structural fabrication
- Check fabrication details for fitment, completeness and adherence to project specifications
Travel to jobsites occasionally
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
Previous engineering or construction experience a plus
Previous material handling or steel detailing experience a plus
Proficient in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
- Ability to learn the material handling business and assist across teams and divisions
- Ability to interface effectively with in-house and external customers, vendors, consulting engineers, architects, and installers
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Team-oriented and collaborative
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Ability to learn new technologies
EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
Federal Contractor