Structural Project Engineer
About The Position
Salas O’Brien is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer for their San Diego, CA office. This role involves performing building design and evaluation across various industries including Life Sciences, Data Centers, Tech, Civic, Education, Mixed-use, and Healthcare. The Structural Project Engineer will participate in the development of structural drawings, applying building code provisions and interpreting material design standards. The company emphasizes a passion for making a difference, a people-first approach, and a focus on a sustainable future, offering opportunities for impactful careers and competitive total rewards.
Requirements
- 5-10+ years of related experience in building design
- An accredited BS or MS degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering/ BS degree in Civil Engineering with completion of relevant coursework in Structural Engineering
- A PE license
- Experience with Revit and other engineering software such as ETABS, RAM, RISA, or others
- Experience with Steel, Concrete, and Wood-framed design
- Experience with Building Information Modeling
- Experience with Building Structure design
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Ability to evaluate structural systems and members using both calculator methods and structural analytical software
- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
- Ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions
- Ability to work in team environment
- Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
- Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
Nice To Haves
- Strong interest in sustainability in the construction industry
- Structural license in State of California
- Experience with high seismic (SDC D, E or F), high wind, and/or blast-resistant design
Responsibilities
- Manage structural engineering tasks
- Develop structural drawings, Revit models and reports
- Utilize design software such as RISA, Enercalc, RAM, Bluebeam, and REVIT to produce construction drawings
- Apply building code provisions and interpret material design standards
- Maintain awareness of the production schedule for responsible task(s)
- Review completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy and completeness
- Perform administration tasks during the construction of a project as assigned by senior engineering staff including submittal review and responses to field questions
- Communicate with other disciplines and project team members to ensure overall project coordination
- Participate in team and company-wide meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues
- Foster awareness of the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development
- Be responsible for the production of engineering documents such as reports, calculations, and drawings that are complete and technically accurate
- Supervise and mentor Staff Engineers and CAD staff
- Handle interactions with the client regarding technical design issues, coordination of document preparation, and submittal schedules
- Track project costs and meet contractual obligations within the stated terms with an emphasis on efficiency
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
