Entry Level Designer/Structural EIT

Stantec • Las Cruces, NM

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About The Position

Join a dynamic, interdisciplinary team that collaborates with clients to design buildings and processes focused on safety, performance, and sustainability. The Structural EIT works independently on smaller projects and contributes to larger projects as a team member under the guidance of a Senior Structural Engineer. The role involves structural analysis, design, and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems, as well as coordination with other design disciplines and construction administration. The employee works within project scopes, budgets, and design approaches to deliver projects on time and provide a high level of client service. This description is not comprehensive; duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in a project team setting and engage in creative and critical thought.
• Basic understanding of Revit and its use as a drafting and design tool.
• Thorough understanding of structural engineering concepts and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
• Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building programs, and similar materials.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, component design software such as Enercalc, and finite element analysis software such as RISA and SAP.
• Ability to communicate concepts and ideas verbally and in writing to a diverse audience of architects, engineers, and owner clients.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of structural building codes and requirements.
• Experience with modeling software such as Autodesk Revit.
• Experience with general business software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with industry-standard structural engineering software such as CSI, RISA, and RAM.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• EIT license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete calculations and drawings for small projects under a Senior Engineer’s guidance.
• Coordinate with architectural, interiors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Perform construction administration duties, including completing field observation reports, responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and evaluating contractor change orders.
• Perform calculations using company-standard and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Communicate design issues and solutions with the design team and owner clients.
• Apply industry-standard design processes and understand construction means and methods.
• Work within project scope, budgets, and design approach to deliver projects on time and on budget while providing a high level of client service.
• Assist with development of design standards.
• Perform structural analysis, design, and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systems.

What This Job Offers

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