Structural Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Description

Genesis Technical is seeking a Structural Engineer for an engineering group that has offices in Mobile, Alabama, and Baton Rouge, LA.

This is a contract to direct or direct opportunity.

Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university is required.  Structural engineering coursework is required for structural engineering positions.
 
Registration: Professional engineering registration is highly preferred.
 
Experience: This position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant industrial experience in civil and structural engineering.
 
Job Summary: Generally responsible for performing all aspects of the complete design of complex civil and structural engineering assignments. Work at this level requires extensive progressive experience in civil/structural engineering and involves applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis. This work will be performed under general supervision. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity offering full benefits, competitive pay, flexible schedules, and upward mobility opportunities. Relocation support may be available for those who qualify. 
 
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and application of the International Building Code and associated standards (ASCE, AISC, ACI, etc.)
• Expertise with civil/structural analysis software including operating and interpreting results.
• Knowledge of the discipline-specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projects.
• Able to lead a small to large team to deliver on commitments.
• Working knowledge of CAD software, either AutoCAD, Microstation, or both.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Virtual team skills and cross-divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution leadership and support.
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

What You'll Be Doing
Primary responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Familiarity with and utilization of departmental design and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
• Producing estimate-level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.
• Producing detailed design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters and designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.
• Producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and a completed product meeting the expectations of the client.
• Checking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria, and conformance to good engineering practice.
• Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. Responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for the completion of engineering drawings.
• Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
• Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.
• Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a “package”, enabling civil/structural purchase inquiries to be issued for procurement of materials or subcontract pricing.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for civil/structural input.
• Developing construction specifications.
• Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction support.
• Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the department.
• Ability to lead small to large size teams in coordinating civil/structural efforts and keeping the team focused on scope, schedule and budget.
• Ability to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budget.
• Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of civil/structural work.

Company DescriptionGenesis Technical Staffing, Inc., provides proven staffing solutions for the professional work environment. We offer more than 30 years’ experience in matching the most qualified engineering, design, and technical talent with the most innovative industrial, engineering, and technical companies. Our unique approach is based on integrity, honesty, and the sincere desire to foster mutually beneficial relationships. At Genesis, your success is our success.Company DescriptionGenesis Technical Staffing, Inc., provides proven staffing solutions for the professional work environment. We offer more than 30 years’ experience in matching the most qualified engineering, design, and technical talent with the most innovative industrial, engineering, and technical companies. Our unique approach is based on integrity, honesty, and the sincere desire to foster mutually beneficial relationships. At Genesis, your success is our success.]]>