Senior Structural Engineer

BART•BART Headquarters - 6th Fl, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Join BART as a Senior Structural Engineer and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure that supports one of the nation's largest public transit systems. In this position, you will lead structural engineering projects involving bridges, tunnels, stations, and other transit facilities under supervision of Principal Structural Engineer. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical expertise, develop innovative engineering solutions, and help ensure the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of BART's critical infrastructure.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Three (3) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable professional structural engineering experience.
Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California.
Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and investigations as assigned
Knowledge of operations, services and activities of a comprehensive structural engineering design and construction program
Knowledge of principles and practices of structural engineering design and construction
Knowledge of principles and practices of project scheduling and management
Knowledge of principles and practices of project budgeting
Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering cost estimating
Knowledge of methods and techniques of field measuring and testing
Knowledge of advanced mathematical principles
Knowledge of principles and practices of contract preparation and administration and management
Knowledge of terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in structural engineering report preparation
Knowledge of current office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers
Knowledge of specialized computer programs or systems utilized in structural engineering project design including CADD
Knowledge of principles of lead supervision and training
Knowledge of related building codes, regulations, and provisions
Knowledge of related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
Skill/Ability in developing, reviewing, and modifying complex structural engineering design drawings, specifications, and plans
Skill/Ability in leading, organizing and reviewing the work of lower level engineering staff
Skill/Ability in interpreting and explaining District policies and procedures
Skill/Ability in developing engineering project work scopes, criteria, budgets and schedules
Skill/Ability in analyzing structural engineering problems, evaluating alternatives and recommending solutions
Skill/Ability in managing and administering structural engineering contracts
Skill/Ability in preparing clear and concise reports
Skill/Ability in performing field inspections and taking measurements
Skill/Ability in understanding and following oral and written instructions
Skill/Ability in communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Skill/Ability in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Nice To Haves

Highly developed competencies beyond the minimum qualifications in the following areas: Design experience on structural engineering projects for transportation or other large public infrastructure. Experience developing structural engineering solutions independently, or with very minimum guidance. Knowledge of structural design, seismic engineering in high seismic zone, and applicable California building codes and engineering standards. Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports. Expertise in assessment and retrofit of existing buildings (ASCE 41). Expertise in using design software for structural analysis (ETABS, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, etc.), general collaboration software (i.e. BlueBeam Studio) and CAD and BIM software (e.g AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks etc.). Knowledge of structural products and costs. Ability to develop expertise and awareness of innovations in the industry. Demonstrable expertise in one or more specific types of structures or major components (i.e. steel. Concrete, timber, high-rise cores, etc.) Experience working effectively with engineers, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders to complete projects. Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills, and registration as a California Professional Civil Engineer (PE). Ability and willingness to work during nights and weekends, as needed.
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
A college degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs complex and advanced structural engineering duties in the preparation of structural engineering design plans and specifications for the District facilities such as stations, buildings, aerial structures, and other structures.
Performs engineering design calculations, prepares engineering design drawings and specifications, and construction cost estimates; provides design support during construction.
Inspects equipment or facility; analyzes and makes recommendations on engineering solutions for repair, modifications or maintenance.
Prepares and coordinates the preparation of construction feasibility studies and cost estimates; defines scope and develops conceptual plans; prepares structural engineering design project proposals for management review and approval.
Provides assistance in obtaining outside consultant services; schedules consultant proposal submissions; participates in evaluation of consultant proposals.
Coordinates engineering work with that of other engineering divisions and public agencies; administers control of required documentation for assigned structural engineering design project contracts.
As assigned, may participate in the selection of engineering staff; provides engineering guidance to lower level staff in their area of work including structural engineering design methods, procedures and techniques.
Reviews contractor submittitsals for conformance to drawings and specifications; interprets plan and specifications to construction staff; prepares design contract revisions and change orders.
Initiates and evaluates design and field engineering changes during construction; takes field measurements of completed items of work; inspects construction at substantial and final completion stages.
Prepares engineering reports, manuals and other correspondence related to work activities.
Participates in the preparation and administration of the structural engineering design program budget; submits budget recommendations; monitors expenditures.
Prepares analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of structural engineering.
As assigned, conducts field inspections, site investigation and field-materials testing duties.