Structural Engineer
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Denham-Blythe Company is a people-focused, design-build construction company committed to providing the best possible construction service in the industry. We exceed expectations in order to earn clients' trust for life. Founded in 1976, Denham-Blythe has completed over 10,000 projects to date, with 90% of our projects with repeat clients.
The Structural Engineer will design and detail building structures for a wide range of design-build projects. Will work to coordinate the design between other in-house disciplines and provide construction administration to field staff for the duration of the project. Expected to select structural systems, perform all necessary analysis and calculations, develop construction drawings and specifications, self-perform drafting and technical reports and review shop drawings. Site visits to perform special inspections during construction are encouraged.
Essential Functions
Designs structures by calculating the loads and stresses the construction will have to safely withstand.Factors in the different qualities and strengths delivered by a range of building materials, and understands how to incorporate support beams, columns and foundations.Investigates and surveys build sites to determine the suitability of the proposed location for the requirements of the upcoming project.Coordinates and consults with other members of their projects, including engineers and architects.Assists government bodies in their inspections relating to the project.Solves technical problems and provides advice.Prepares reports, designs and drawings.Obtains planning and/or building regulations approval.Monitors and inspects work undertaken by contractors.Inspects properties to check conditions/foundations.Other duties as assigned.
Skills
Knowledge and application of the International Building Code and associated standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.)Strong comprehension of load path, whole building systems, mechanics of building materials, etc.Ability to oversee projects from proposal to completion and throughout constructionExperience in production of construction drawings and specificationsAbility to navigate through Revit and AutoCAD and implement corrections, annotate, etc.Proficient in RAM or similar structural analysis softwareAbility to work with other designers, both inter-disciplinary and among the structural teamGood communication skills, both written and oral
Education And Experience
4+ years of relevant experience in Structural DesignBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institutionProfessional licensure in state of KY
Other Requirements
Must be eligible for work in the United States.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $65,000 - $125,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes
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