Structural Engineer 3
About The Position
CDM Smith is seeking a Structural Engineer to design and evaluate concrete, steel, masonry, and specialty structures as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering team. The role includes both office-based design work and field assessments, with opportunities to provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to technical publications. Under direct supervision, the Structural Engineer performs structural analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of basic to moderate complexity. The position assists with developing models, drawings, and specifications; reviews draft designs for regulatory compliance; and coordinates designs with other engineering disciplines. It also supports structural condition assessments and confined-space entries, develops white papers and technical design documentation, and may submit technical papers and designs for publication or attend conferences to improve the firm's visibility.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Architectural, or Structural Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Three years of related experience.
- Expert knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
- Solid knowledge of engineering principles of design.
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software, including Excel and Word.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Intermediate knowledge of engineering analysis/design software, such as Revit, STAAD, or RISA.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel is 10% or less.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural analyses and designs for reinforced concrete, structural steel, reinforced masonry, and other metal structures of basic to moderate complexity.
- Assist in developing models, drawings, and specifications.
- Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines.
- Apply firm policies and practices to all designs.
- Assist with structural condition assessments and confined-space entries.
- Develop white papers and technical design documentation for new or special-case designs and studies.
- Submit technical papers and designs for publication in technical journals.
- Attend conferences and symposia, with approval, to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
- Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
- Review the work of more junior staff.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
