STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - Ambler, PA

Precis Engineering + Architecture is seeking a resourceful and goal-oriented structural engineer with 0 to 2 years’ experience who is looking to develop their career in building design. This individual must have a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and be challenged, and a desire to engage with other design discipline team members. Here at Precis, we encourage a collaborative culture of continuous learning, ongoing mentorship, and innovative thinking to encourage professional development. We seek out highly talented and hard-working individuals with outstanding character who want to be challenged with hands-on work, set a higher standard, and be mentored by accomplished experts.

As a member of our team, this individual will:

  • Grow their skills by joining a collaborative team of engineers and architects providing award-winning planning design and engineering solutions.
  • Deliver build-ready documentation for state-of-the-art structures focused in the hi-tech, life sciences, and other cGMP market spaces, as well as other commercial, industrial, and institutional markets.
  • Work closely with senior structural engineers while growing professionally through challenging and exciting projects.
  • Conduct work under the direction of the structural department director.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

  • Analyze and design task focused structural solutions for new and existing structures while leveraging hand calculations, design spreadsheets, and computer software.
  • Document design of projects using CAD and BIM software.
  • Review of structural submittals from contractors during the construction phase of projects to ensure conformance to construction issued structural documentation.
  • Coordinate and respond to contractor issued requests for information (RFI’s).
  • Perform project site visits throughout all phases of projects (from conceptual design through construction administration). Site visits include visual observations of existing building conditions and/or new construction while keeping organized notes & survey documentation.

The following qualifications are ideal in the preferred candidate:

  • Solid foundation in the principles of structural engineering with a demonstrated interest in design of hi-tech building systems and structures.
  • Knowledge in structural design and documentation of multiple building materials such as steel, steel bar joists, metal deck, cast-in-place concrete, masonry, and wood.
  • Familiarity and ability to navigate MS office products preferred.
  • Relevant internship or research experience.
  • Excellent written, graphical, and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with documentation software, particularly AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and assignments and adapt to changing needs while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity and attention to detail.
  • Familiarity of finite element structural design software such as RISA-3D and RAM Elements.
  • Familiarity of structural design software like RAM Structural System, Enercalc, TEDDS and Hilti Profis.
  • OSHA 10 certification or ability to achieve certification.
  • Must have the physical ability to perform the following:
  • Operate office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, telephone system and other office equipment.
  • Read and understand construction drawings, diagrams, computer screens, or printed material.
  • Attend meetings, site visits and other various events.
  • Ability and willingness to travel.
  • Conduct field surveys and structural inspections and operate survey equipment and instruments.
  • Ability to work outside in cold, heat or inclement weather.
  • Safely perform inspections via. Ladder or confined space and understand occupational hazards.
  • Medically fit to use all forms of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle.
  • Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.

Competencies

  • Strong technical writing and communication skills.
  • Strategic thinking/problem solving/analytical skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Ability to represent the company in a positive and responsible manner.
  • Time management

BS degree in Civil (Structural) Engineering, and minimum EIT certified

 

Precis Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

 

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