Buildings/Structural Engineer

CHA • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Buildings/Structural Engineer to join its Architecture & Structural Team in Rochester, Albany, or Syracuse, New York. The role supports the analysis and design of structural systems for a diverse mix of public and private building and facility projects. The engineer collaborates with architects, engineers, and technical specialists to develop safe, reliable, efficient, and high-performance structures that serve communities.

Under the guidance of senior engineers, the role includes developing preliminary design concepts, evaluating design alternatives, preparing calculations and project documentation, identifying technical discrepancies, and participating in field visits and assessments. The position offers experience with aviation projects and other building and facility work, along with opportunities to develop structural engineering expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• At least 2 years of buildings structural engineering experience.
• Strong theoretical knowledge and willingness to learn within the engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and structural engineering software such as RISA 3D, MathCAD, TEDDS, and RAM Analysis, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Participation in professional engineering societies or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in developing preliminary structural design concepts and evaluating design alternatives for project goals, constructability, and cost considerations.
• Assist with preparing structural calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents for building and facility projects under senior engineers’ guidance.
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies in engineering analyses and design documents while following quality control procedures.
• Develop familiarity with applicable building codes, industry standards, regulations, and CHA and client requirements.
• Participate in field visits and assessments with senior staff to evaluate existing structures, document conditions, and support project planning and design.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level