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- Mid level
- Country
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- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 26 Sept 2026
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Description
Job Summary
Performs entry-level tasks and progresses to moderately complex Structural Engineering work. Duties involve analysis and calculations, creation and markup of construction documents, project coordination, and project communication.
Reports To: Project Manager
Job Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of a Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, or Project Manager:
- Performs structural calculations.
- Assists in creating structural drawings. Capable of handling parts of drawings from medium to difficult complexity under supervision.
- Prepares simple details and drawings with the opportunity to learn and develop skills for more complex tasks.
- Performs assigned BIM work.
- Responds to construction RFIs and review construction submittals.
- Communicates during projects including coordination with other engineers/BIM staff and with design partners.
- Supports team objectives, goals, and projects. Assist colleagues who are in direct contact with clients.
- Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.
Requirements
- [minimum] Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. [preferred] Master’s degree in Structural Engineering.
- At least 1-3 years of experience.
- Working Knowledge of Steel, Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Building Design, Building Analysis, Equipment Anchorage, Seismic Design, Wind Design.
- Code Knowledge of ACI 318, AISC 360, AISC 341, ASCE 7, IBC.
- Knowledge of ETABS, RISA 3D, SAP, BlueBeam, REVIT, AutoCAD, Office 365, RAM.
- Ability to read drawings and specifications and assist a more senior engineer in preparing portions of construction drawings and specifications.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and cloud platforms (Sharepoint, Procore, etc.).
- EIT certification.
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