Structural Engineer, with P.E.

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Department Lead Structural Engineer

Location : Portland, OR

Overview :

As the Department Lead Structural Engineer, the successful candidate must be competent in leading, performing, and directing all aspects of a Structural Engineering Department. Must also be competent at leading complex projects as well as applying judgment for the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of design standards, criteria, and analysis procedures. Supervisory responsibilities include oversight and accountability for the structural team’s performance, providing technical guidance and coordination for staff assigned to multiple projects or varying size, mentoring and developing staff, interviewing and recruiting potential new hires.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Supervision and technical direction of engineers and designers engaged in the completion of structural deliverables and services to meet project schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Leading, assigning, and coordinating structural staff and their work, overseeing quality of work and adequacy of staff work product, on schedule and on budget.
• Performing advanced engineering tasks and technical specialist for complex engineering efforts.
• Act as Engineer of Record on projects, as necessary and as engineer in responsible charge.
• Frequently interface directly with clients and vendors.
• Candidate will oversee the creation and development of preliminary estimate packages (FEL2, FEL3), design drawings for review and construction, and written scopes of work
• Oversee the creation and development of structural drawings and 3D models created in Revit and AutoCAD, and coordinate between structures, other engineering disciplines, and vendors
• Perform structural design reviews related to constructability, safety, and ease of maintenance, and be responsible for making decisions that will improve project outcomes and reduce costs.
• Review shop drawings and construction submittals to provide technical guidance
• Perform internal quality control reviews of project deliverables
• Participate in value engineering and scope and budget reconciliation as required
• Provide support for development of project proposals
• Coordinate and maintain engineering and drafting standards, including specifications and design standards, and technical resources such as codes and referenced standards
• Aid in the development of proposals and make determinations of structural engineering budgets

Qualifications / Qualities

BS in Structural or Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) License, Structural Engineering (SE) License is preferred

Willingness to maintain professional engineering licenses in multiple states, as required

Experience coordinating with other disciplines including process, piping, mechanical and electrical

15 to 20 years of professional experience in structural engineering

At least 15 years of experience specific to industrial projects is preferred

Consulting engineering experience strongly desired

Construction Experience a plus

Ability to estimate structural engineering effort hours associated with projects

Pulp and Paper Experience strongly desired

Experience working in existing aging manufacturing plants

Experience with rebuilds and upgrades

Experience with scope evaluation, establishing budgets and understanding complex schedules

Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to provide expedient and practical solutions

Working knowledge and application of current US building codes and reference standards, as well as conventional structural building products.

Working knowledge and application of current OSHA standards as they pertain to, at a minimum, fall prevention and protection, maintenance access and egress.

Strong structural engineering technical knowledge and application, including :

Concrete, steel and masonry structures

Deep and shallow foundations and experience interpreting geotechnical requirements

Seismic analysis and detailing including shear walls, and braced and rigid frames

Evaluation and retrofit of existing structures

Support and anchorage of vessels and equipment

Lifting beams, below-the-hook devices and fall arrest support structures

Vibration evaluation and mitigation

Site civil design as it relates to process drainag

Proficient use of software, including but not limited to :

Structural analysis and design software such as RISA-3D, STAADpro and Enercalc

All MS Office applications, including Teams

Ability to develop custom engineering tools using MS Excel and / or Mathcad

Bluebeam Revu

3D environments using the Navisworks platform and point scans

Other Details :

Strong communication skills with both staff and clients

Strong organizational skills with emphasis on change management

Must work well in groups, be comfortable in a fast-paced and diverse work environment.

Willingness to learn and implement new standards and approaches to project execution

Able to travel as required, up to 25% - mostly regional travel

Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving policy

US Citizenship and Valid US Driver’s License

Typical duties will be performed in an office environment with occasional travel to operating facilities or construction sites.

These require the ability to sit for extended periods of time, or to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance It also requires sufficient hearing, vision acuity, depth perception and the ability to remain focused on tasks.

Lifting 25 pounds objects may be required.

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Company Description

At Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.

Genesis Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Genesis Staffing and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https : / / gtstaffing.com / privacy -policy /

Company Description

At Genesis, we love people. Our mission is to be a blessing in all we do while putting people to work. We specialize in partnering with candidates and clients to bring the right people together to accomplish great things.\r\n\r\nGenesis Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.\r\n\r\nBy applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Genesis Staffing and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https : / / gtstaffing.com / privacy-policy /