Structural Design Engineer

HBK Engineering, LLC • Norristown, PA

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About The Position

A Design Engineer at HBK Engineering is a position for engineering professionals with increased independence and leadership responsibilities. This role involves using engineering judgment and problem-solving skills to independently address unique and complex electrical, structural, civil, and construction-related challenges with minimal oversight. The position includes coaching and mentoring entry-level staff while performing peer reviews of engineering designs, representing a significant step forward in professional development and technical responsibility within the Engineering Track.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on civil / structural / geotechnical engineering required.
• 5+ years’ experience in structural and/or geotechnical engineering required.
• Knowledge of industry design codes including AISC, ASCE, and IBC are required.
• Fundamental knowledge of principles of structural engineering, temporary construction systems and geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency in Mathcad and/or RISA.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering preferred.
• EIT or PE licensure (Illinois Preferred).
• Experience with leading teams.
• Consulting background preferred.
• Construction experience is a plus.
• Surveying experience is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction related issues.
• Provide technical oversight for structural engineering projects.
• Design of permanent and temporary structures such as poles, manholes, vaults, and earth retention systems.
• Conduct foundation work including slab-on-grade, shallow foundation, deep foundations, helical pile design, pole foundations, solar equipment foundations, equipment pad design, structural support of electric vehicle charging projects, riser foundations, concrete pedestals, pipe protection slabs.
• Design of temporary and permanent utility supports.
• Design of retaining walls.
• Conduct onsite evaluations including transmission towers, manholes, vaults and tunnels.
• Apply engineering theories, techniques, and analysis to structural and geotechnical engineering designs.
• Work on new and existing wood, masonry, steel, and concrete structures.
• Conduct structural investigations, field inspections, and engineering analysis.
• Prepare technical memos, reports, construction specifications, and other written documentation summarizing engineering analyses and/or conclusions.
• Read and interpret drawings, calculations, schematics, field observations and reports.
• Interface with clients, reviewing entities and multiple internal project teams.
• Develop engineering estimates and scope verbiage for proposals with limited oversight.
• Identify project risks and support the development of mitigation strategies.
• Assist project and discipline managers in development and monitoring of project execution plans to reconcile scope and schedule constraints and ensure project success.
• Work cross-functionally with other business departments to align design activities and deliverables.
• Take ultimate responsibility for ensuring client deliverables exceed client and industry standards.

Benefits

• Leadership opportunities through coaching and mentoring responsibilities.
• Professional growth with increased independence and minimal oversight.
• Experience in peer review processes under professional engineering supervision.
• Advanced project management and risk management experience.
• Enhanced client communication and technical reporting responsibilities.
• Field experience through walkdowns and stakeholder interactions.
• Travel opportunities for project work and professional development.
• Collaborative work environment with project management and engineering leadership.
• Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Engineering Track.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Continued preparation for Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees