Structural Investigator

Kpff Consulting Engineers • Portland, OR

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About The Position

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a motivated individual to provide structural investigation, material testing, and special inspection services. This role involves collaborating with a team of structural investigators and engineers to deliver comprehensive structural investigative services on various projects, utilizing a range of technical equipment and methodologies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED plus a minimum of three (3) current special inspection qualifications (ICC or WABO) and two (2) years of special inspection experience.
• Associates Degree in an engineering-related field plus two (2) years of experience in engineering and/or construction inspection or EIT certification.
• Bachelor's Degree in science or engineering plus one year of experience in engineering or construction inspection.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to understand and comply with safety standards and building codes.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Driver's License and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass a Federal background check.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct as-built structural surveys to map out existing structures.
• Conduct steel corrosion surveys.
• Collaborate with structural engineers to evaluate structural damage to existing structures.
• Provide resistograph investigation of wood structures.
• Utilize ground penetrating radar (GPR) to investigate reinforcing concrete, post-tensioned concrete, and masonry.
• Load test assemblies and components using hydraulics and load cells.
• Work with state-of-the-art software to document investigation results.
• Utilize Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to investigate concrete and steel components.
• Provide special inspections of structural steel construction, reinforced concrete construction, post-tensioned concrete construction, structural masonry construction, structural wood framing, proprietary anchor installations, and seismic anchorage of mechanical and electrical components.
• Provide NDT of welds including magnetic particle, penetrant, and ultrasonic test methods.
• Provide ASTM tests related to each field of special inspection.
• Conduct AWS certified weld inspection.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Paid holiday
• Paid sick leave
• Generous benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees