Job Description

Job Description:

Our client is an ENR Top 200 Structural Design Firm providing design and inspection to the transportation, marine, construction, industrial, and land development industries.  They are hiring a Structural Engineer to be an integral part of their Portsmouth team. They are large enough to provide a broad range of experiences and exposure to a variety of projects, but small enough to foster a flexible environment and family atmosphere. They encourage independent, critical thinkers to help grow and expand the ways in which they serve clients.

The ideal candidate for this role is a highly skilled engineering professional with technical expertise in infrastructure evaluation and structural design in the industrial/energy industries. They excel in analyzing complex field and design issues, conducting thorough engineering computations, and producing comprehensive engineering plans while ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards. With strong problem-solving abilities and proficiency in advanced design software, they contribute to innovative solutions while maintaining a commitment to technical excellence.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical engineering expertise to the project manager and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.  
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field and/or design issues.
• Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Makes design recommendations and/or adaptations.
• Responsible for engineering projects of varying size and complexity in field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Tracks project budgets and timelines for assigned tasks and apprises the project manager of potential or anticipated changes in scope.
• Assists in coordinating project schedules and timely completion of projects.
• Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, and estimating project costs.
• Directs and supervises the work of other engineers, technicians, drafters, and administrative staff.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
• At least 5+ years of experience in project engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) certification. 
• Experience with the evaluation and structural design of infrastructure, including, but not limited to, energy and industrial facilities, marinas, ports, and/or bridges.
• Experience with various design codes, including, but not limited to, API, IBC, AISC Steel Construction Manual, AWS, PCI, and AASHTO, a plus.
• Experience with various design software, including, but not limited to, STAAD, RISA, Revit, AutoCAD, and Mathcad, is a plus.