Structural Design Engineer 04026 LBYD

North Wind Group•Birmingham, AL

16d

About The Position

“Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness” has become a staple across our company and is present in the work we do on a daily basis. Service is at the heart of our culture; consistently exceeding expectations allows us to build lasting relationships with our clients and our employees. Driven by our core values of Integrity, Responsiveness, Exceptional Service, and a “Can Do” Attitude, we approach our roles within all projects with professionalism and a team mentality. Dedicated to these values, we take pride and ownership in every project and have created a culture that is well defined and unique. LBYD was founded in 1973 with the incorporation of E. Glenn Bishop & Associates. In 1978, with the merger of the structural engineering firm Lane & Hodnett Structural Engineers, the firm became Lane/Bishop/Hodnett, Inc. In 1987, the firm became LaneBishopYorkDelahay Inc., which is known today as LBYD Engineers. In 2001, LBYD began offering civil engineering services. With the addition of the civil department and the continued commitment of our structural department, LBYD has experienced growth at a phenomenal rate. We continue to pursue growth opportunities evidenced by opening more branch offices throughout the Southeast region. POSITION PURPOSE: The Design Engineer (DE) is an entry-level engineering position. The Design Engineer works in a collaborative team environment under the supervision of senior engineers. The Design Engineer performs routine engineering assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles to complete project requirements. They are assigned specific tasks on a project, and are expected to use their education, intelligence and critical thinking to perform job responsibilities. The DE will learn the different aspects of a project and learn how to complete tasks required to assemble a set of plans.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering w/ Structural Focus or related undergraduate degree.
0-2 years’ experience
Basic understanding of Revit
Proficient use of Engineering Design Software
Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and methods
Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles
Listening and following directions
Self-motivated and process-driven
Critical thinking
Communicates well
Can Do Attitude
Ability to adapt to changes
Required to have passed or is preparing to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.

Nice To Haves

FE License

Responsibilities

Perform structural design calculations, interpreting building codes
Documenting all project communications
Instructing BIM Modelers how to turn designs into completed structural drawings
Assist in structural engineering evaluations, reports, analyses and designs for existing and new facilities and other related opportunities
Participate in site visits
Review of contractor’s submittals
Review shop drawing submittals and request for information
Research and identify governing criteria, codes, guides, and best practices
Work under the supervision of project managers, senior structural designers, and other senior-level team members
May be asked to travel to out-of-town/state assignments
Work alongside functional departments to fulfill corporate needs
Adheres to LBYD Corporate Values
Other responsibilities as required