Description

The Structural Engineer I plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of standard procedures and criteria used in the design of building structures. A Structural Engineer I is able to devise new approaches to problems encountered. 

A Structural Engineer I plans, schedules, conducts, or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering work in a part of a major project or in a total project of moderate scope. They perform work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features, such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements. Work requires a broad knowledge of precedents and the principles and practices of structural engineering. 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

        Analyze project goals and perform structural calculations

        Plan layout and detail development

        Detailed knowledge of analysis and plan productive software (AutoCAD/Revit)

        Full structural design drawing assembly and specification compilation for projects of several types and scales

        Perform full range of construction administration tasks: RFI’s, submittal review, site observation visits

        Be aware of and comply with project schedules

        Maintain orderly paper and electronic files

        Routine client communication on non-controversial items

        Assist associates with administrative and development assignments as requested/directed

        Monitor project progress using input from Project Manager 

The statements made in the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of people assigned to this job.

This position is Hybrid eligible, 4 days in the office and 1 day remote. 

Pierce Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Employment Visa. 

Requirements

        Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent plus appropriate continuing education

        Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required

        Member of professional society (member grade)