Structural Engineer I

Structural Engineer I

Position Purpose

The Structural Engineer will collaborate with architects, engineers, clients, and contractors to design new structural framing and foundations for architectural, industrial, and governmental facilities, as well as evaluate and design modifications to existing buildings to ensure their safety, functionality, and compliance with current standards.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 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 at this time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Structural analysis and design of structural systems to meet load and serviceability requirements as well as architectural design
• Evaluate structural deficiencies and provide rationale solutions.
• Work with REVIT technicians to develop structural plans and details.
• Edit structural specifications.
• Perform construction phase services - review shop drawings and submittals, respond to contractor’s requests for information, perform site visits, and write observation / field reports.
• Travel: Up to 10%

Competencies

• Comprehensive understanding of structural engineering concepts, practices, and procedures
• Competent in the design of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structural components
• Utilize structural analysis software to perform calculations and thoroughly interpret results to inform design decisions
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Applications (Word / Excel) and working knowledge of Revit
• Able to understand direction and communicate effectively through written documents, verbal instructions, and sketches.
• Familiar with interdisciplinary coordination with architects and other disciplines

Qualifications / Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or architectural engineering. MSCE a plus.
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure in a U.S. state
• 5+ years of industry experience in the following
  • Structural design of building projects from the initial concept through construction documents
  • Assessments of existing buildings
  • Design modification to existing buildings.
  • Master’s degree in civil or structural engineering preferred
  • Experience with RISA and Revit is preferred.

Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance visions, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Prolonged period of sitting or standing at a desk while working on a computer.
• Exposure to the outdoor environment to location sites.
• For construction site and building assessments - must be able to climb ladders, stairs, ride in construction lifts and similar equipment to observe from high elevations. Able to climb through and crawl in spaces such as attics and crawl spaces. (NOT REQUIRED FOR PERSONS WHO HAVE CERTAIN DISABILITIES)

About Us

Cromwell Architects Engineers offers the opportunity to be part of something bigger. Many of our staff boast long-term careers with the firm – some reaching over 40 years. As a full-service firm there are opportunities to advance within the organization as you pursue your vocation. We strive to place employee passion and personal commitments in a healthy relationship with their work commitments. Our team welcomes you to explore opportunities that will allow you to be part of an organization that prides itself on innovation and dedication, while working together to exceed expectations.
EOE M/F/D/V