SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

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Sr. Structural Engineer

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Sr. Structural Engineer to join our team, supporting facilities design and construction projects for NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide independent, timely and professional specialized structural engineering support services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, and military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development
• Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborates with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements
• Apply engineering skills to effectively assess customer's requirements and develop innovative solutions
• Buildings: building construction is about 70% of the workload
• Bridges/Piers/Dry Docks/Bulk Heads: is about 20% of the work load
• Occasional physical activity is required including walking, climbing, or bending in the performance of field work, for designs and during field inspections of existing and/or new facilities during design and construction

Key Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain/maintain a NACI/CAC is required
• Knowledge
  1. Expert in advanced structural engineering concepts, principles, and practices as they apply to a wide range of shore and waterfront facilities, including piers, bulkheads, quays, and dry-dock facilities, housing, medical facilities, and aviation facilities
  2. Mastery level knowledge and skill in applying, advanced theories, concepts, and principles of structural engineering
  3. Ability to apply new developments or experimental theories in structural engineering to problems not readily treatable by conventionally accepted methods
  4. In depth knowledge of DOD and Navy guides, specifications, criteria and policy, industry codes and standards, and standard practices related to civil/structural engineering design
  5. In depth knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes, and other statutory requirements affecting structural engineering design throughout the NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic AOR
  6. Knowledge of related architectural and engineering fields and their associated impacts as related to structural engineering design
  7. Ability to produce results of analysis in writing and consolidate findings of others and evaluate recommendations and facts. Ability to make oral presentations of proposed designs and results of studies
  8. Knowledge of budgeting, planning and project management techniques, including the ability to coordinate the work of others and lead teams
  9. Knowledge of and full compliance with Safety Policy and Guidance and use of personal protective equipment
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Software: Proficiency using MS Office software including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; knowledge and experience with Autodesk software, structural engineering design and analysis software and other applicable DoD computer systems and software used by the Command
• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines autonomously

Experience & Education

• Experience: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the discipline of civil or structural engineering is required; a minimum of 10 years of professional civil engineering - structural code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is required
• Education: Completion of a course of studies accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) for a civil engineering program from a college or university for a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering with emphasis in structural engineering, supplemented by a considerable amount of hands-on facilities design experience, is required

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to: stand/walk/kneel/crouch and to remain in a stationary position at least 60% of the time; operate office equipment, including computer, copy machine, phone, etc.; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; lift up to 25 lbs.; speak clearly so listeners can understand; understand the speech of another person; talk or hear both in person and by telephone; see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
• Work Environment: Must be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to varying weather conditions

• PPE & Safety: Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary; may encounter hazards or contaminants during work tasks

BB&E is an employee-owned firm and offers a full competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

If you are interested in joining our close-knit community of professionals, please submit your resume/qualifications and salary requirements. All offers of employment at BB&E, Inc. are contingent upon a thorough background check conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary and per State and Federal laws.

*BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or status as a protected veteran.