Structural Engineer I

American Tower • Cary, NC

172d

About The Position

We are seeking a Structural Engineer I to join American Tower's Engineering department. The Structural Engineering team ensures our towers maintain a high level of compliance with industry standards regarding capacity. Day to day you will perform structural analyses of low complexity on existing communication structures (including guyed, self-supporting, monopoles, and their foundations and mounts). You will partner with cross-functional team members to ensure structures meet business standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field required.
• One year of experience in one of the following preferred: Communication tower design and analysis; Construction or field engineering of steel structures; and/or Structural engineering.
• Working knowledge of TIA/EIA-222 code and other relevant specifications preferred.
• Basic knowledge of structural analysis software, CAD software, tower structures, and design methods.
• Demonstrated focus on accuracy and a high attention to detail.
• Proficient with computer software programs, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work with different functional groups and levels of employees to effectively and professionally achieve results.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to accomplish multiple tasks within the agreed upon timeframes through effective prioritization of duties and functions in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Engineer in training or Engineering Intern certification preferred.
• Active member of professional organization or technical society preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for engineering services, working in accordance with existing processes to correctly determine the required service and ensure all work adheres to quality control procedures; generate required reports.
• Review tower structures, mounts, and foundations for existing, proposed, and reserved tenant configurations to perform analyses on projects of low to high complexity using hand calculations, analysis software, and other accepted methods.
• Prepare formal, written reports detailing designs of modifications on projects of low to medium complexity consisting of tower reinforcement, mount reinforcement, extensions, and foundations.
• Review modification drawings on projects of low to medium complexity, working with Designers to resolve discrepancies.
• Review tower inspections of low to high complexity for all types of towers and prepare engineering documentation recommending the required level of remediation, if any.
• Maintain accurate system data for sales and customer service reporting, while adhering to quality control procedures.
• Provide quality, timely, and accurate support for any inquiries and problems within defined areas of responsibility.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree