Structural Engineer

Barge Design Solutions•Hoover, AL

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About The Position

Barge Design Solutions is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Structural Project Engineer (PE and/or SE) to join our growing Structural Engineering team in our Birmingham, AL office. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in structural design, analysis, and project delivery, and will serve as the structural lead and Engineer of Record for a variety of project sectors including Industrial, Healthcare, Mission Critical/Data Centers, Commercial, Federal, and Water/Wastewater. This role is ideal for a licensed engineer who thrives in a technical leadership position, enjoys mentoring junior staff, and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structures from an ABET accredited university
Strong knowledge of building codes (IBC, ASCE, AISC, ACI)
Proven track record of managing large-scale projects from concept to completion
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Active Professional Engineer (PE) registration
Minimum of 8 years of engineering experience, 10+ years preferred
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree strongly preferred
Structural Engineer (SE) strongly preferred
Experience with Autodesk Revit is a plus
Experience with Mission Critical/Data Center projects is a plus
Experience with Water/Wastewater structures is a plus
Experience with Healthcare projects is a plus

Responsibilities

Serves as Structural Lead and Engineer of Record for projects across multiple market sectors
Performs and oversees structural analysis and design of steel, concrete, masonry, and foundation structures
Directs and mentors Junior Engineers and Structural Designers, providing technical guidance and quality control
Prepares and reviews calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports for accuracy and constructability
Coordinates with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
Provides technical guidance on project scope, budgets, and schedules for assignments
Conducts site visits and construction observations to support design intent and resolve field issues
Completes assignments within budget and schedule while working with design teams involving multiple disciplines
Provides career development mentoring to early-career engineers
Assists in client contact and communication, and attends client meetings
Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes in programs or applications
Assists with the preparation of proposals
Stays current with applicable codes, standards, and best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Performs other duties as required