Structural Engineer

NORR • Philadelphia, PA

6d • $90,000 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

NORR is an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm with a multi-disciplinary team of 800 professionals active in 12 market sectors across Canada, the US, UK and UAE. Design thinking is a cornerstone of their purpose, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to support people and the planet. This role involves working with the engineering team to develop engineering design solutions appropriate to the context, budget, and aesthetic requirements of building projects. The individual will analyze and understand design intent to produce efficient and effective technical design solutions, collaborating with other professional disciplines and coordinating the design through all phases of the project using knowledge of building engineering systems, building materials, building codes, and construction technologies.

Requirements

• Proficient in Engineering software skills, including AutoCAD, Revit, as well as structural engineering systems design software
• Engineering knowledge related to building structural systems and multiple building types
• Familiarity with architectural design concepts and building codes is required
• Have successfully completed related post-secondary education
• Registered with a relevant professional engineering association

Responsibilities

• Designs structural components of the overall building, including integrating architectural design and adhering to applicable design codes and jurisdictional requirements
• Evaluates engineering design requirements and creates construction drawings for new construction projects, as well as modifications to existing buildings
• Performs engineering activities such as calculations, code research, material and building systems research and laying out structural building components
• Performs site visits during new construction projects, as well as site visits to evaluate existing building conditions in areas of proposed structural modifications
• Reviews shop drawings and responds to RFIs during the construction administration phase of the project

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree