Role Overview
Design analyze and ensure the safety of structural components-such as buildings bridges and industrial facilities. Youll develop plans manage technical drawings oversee construction phases and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust compliant structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Structural Design & Analysis
- Develop structural systems (beams columns foundations retaining walls) using software (AutoCAD Revit SAP2000 ETABS ) and manual calculations
- Perform load stress seismic wind and environmental analyses to ensure structural stability .
- Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure designs meet building codes and standards (IBC AISC ACI ASCE local regulations)
- Conduct site inspections and supervise construction compliance with design and safety specifications
- Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare detailed structural drawings technical reports and specifications .
- Review and approve shop drawings RFIs change orders and ensure accurate record-keeping
- Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with architects civil engineers contractors and clients to align structural requirements with project goals
- Participate in design reviews project meetings and present technical recommendations .
- Risk Management & Technical Support
- Identify structural risks; propose mitigation strategies and perform retrofitting analysis for existing structures
- Provide engineering support during procurement fabrication and construction phases
- Continuous Improvement & Research
- Stay current with new materials technologies and industry best practices
- Recommend and implement process improvements and sustainable design methods .
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelors degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Masters preferred)
- Professional licensure (PE CEng Chartered Structural Engineer) or eligibility
- 5 years of experience in structural analysis design and project coordination
- Proficiency in structural software (SAP2000 ETABS ) and CAD/BIM tools (AutoCAD Revit)
- Solid understanding of structural principles: statics dynamics materials science
- Strong analytical problem-solving communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to detail and organizational aptitude for documentation and compliance .