Structural Engineer

DLR Group•San Diego, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Structural Engineer at DLR Group you will be responsible for participating in the design process of structural building systems from schematics through construction administration preparing detailed structural engineering drawings and performing design calculations. As part of our integrated design teams you will create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. The successful candidate will strive for excellence in developing structural solutions from concept through construction. Be a decision-maker in developing system layouts, narratives, calculations and engineering reports. Welcome deep collaboration with architects, other engineers, and clients as part of our integrated design process. Learn and adapt to variations in building codes and construction practices while working on projects around the US. Produce construction documents using Revit. Assist contractors by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs and participating in O/A/C meetings. Pass along knowledge by mentoring entry-level staff. Promote workflow and technical standards best-practices for our diverse multi-office practice.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering
5+ years of building related structural engineering experience, including the design of concrete, masonry, steel and wood/timber; gravity and lateral systems
Working knowledge of current structural software (ETABS, SAP, SAFE, RAM, ADAPT, RISA, Enercalc)
Experience with BIM including Autodesk Revit workflow
Goal oriented with strong skills in problem solving, creativity, and attention to detail
Understanding of commercial building materials, systems, and assemblies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for sustainable building design and SE2050 commitment

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Licensed Structural Engineer (SE)
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of California
Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit Structural) workflow
Experience and interest in sustainable building design
Experience with design and construction of projects under DSA jurisdiction

Responsibilities

Participating in the design process of structural building systems from schematics through construction administration
Preparing detailed structural engineering drawings
Performing design calculations
Creating buildings that elevate the human experience through design
Developing structural solutions from concept through construction
Making decisions in developing system layouts, narratives, calculations and engineering reports
Collaborating with architects, other engineers, and clients
Learning and adapting to variations in building codes and construction practices
Producing construction documents using Revit
Assisting contractors by reviewing shop drawings, RFIs and participating in O/A/C meetings
Mentoring entry-level staff
Promoting workflow and technical standards best-practices