Senior Staff Engineer - Structural

French & Parrello•Wall Township, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

French & Parrello Associates (FPA) is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer for our Structural Department in Wall or Newark, NJ. This role involves performing structural analysis and design for various building systems, preparing technical documentation, coordinating with other disciplines, and supporting project managers. The engineer will also review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, conduct field observations, and ensure designs comply with building codes and industry best practices. Participation in internal reviews and quality control is also expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus or Structural Engineering.
2–4 years of structural design experience, preferably within a consulting engineering environment.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required or ability to obtain shortly after hire.
Working knowledge of structural design software such as RAM, RISA, ETABS, SAP2000, or similar analysis programs.
Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and other applicable design codes.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Willingness to travel to project sites to perform construction inspections and structural field observations in New Jersey and New York

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit preferred.
ICC Special Inspector certification or ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis and design for building systems including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures.
Prepare structural calculations, technical reports, and supporting design documentation.
Assist with the preparation of construction documents including drawings, specifications, and details.
Coordinate structural design with other internal disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, and architecture.
Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs during construction.
Assist with field observations and site visits to evaluate existing structures and construction progress.
Support project managers with scheduling, coordination, and technical deliverables.
Ensure designs meet applicable building codes, standards, and industry best practices.
Participate in internal design reviews and quality control processes.