Structural Engineer - Porter Corp

PlayCore Careers • Holland, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Porter Corp is seeking a Structural Engineer to be accountable for all engineering aspects of projects they sign and seal. This role involves completing daily engineering responsibilities with little guidance from superiors and leading minor departmental strategic initiatives. The position requires minimal travel to support SIPs activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 4 years minimum experience in structural engineering
• Active P.E. license (licensed in at least one state)
• Experience with both the IRC and IBC building codes
• Experience in structural steel design per ASD and AISC engineering standards
• Experience in designing and engineering of wood structures per the American Wood Council’s National Design Specifications and Special Design Provisions
• Experience in foundation design and engineering using ACI engineering standards
• Experience with the ASCE-7 minimum design load standards
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access
• Demonstrated proficiency in 2d and 3d structural FEA software tools
• Demonstrated proficiency in using notational mathematical software programs
• Self-Starter in creating new methodologies to support SIPSs engineering and products
• Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and clients
• Possess a broad knowledge of engineering principles and know how to apply
• Be able to obtain other Professional Engineering licenses as required
• History of ethical practice
• Completing work in a timely manner
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to foster continuous improvement initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Minimal travel required to support SIPs activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform all engineering responsibilities for projects they sign and seal.
• Complete daily engineering tasks with minimal supervision.
• Lead minor departmental strategic initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Create an electronic calculation booklet for submittal purposes.
• Support SIPs engineering and products by creating new methodologies.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and clients.
• Apply a broad knowledge of engineering principles.
• Obtain other Professional Engineering licenses as required.
• Practice ethically.
• Complete work in a timely manner.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Foster continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer

What This Job Offers

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