Structural Engineer

The structural engineer shall review building design documents (drawings, specifications, reports, etc.) to determine if the design approach complies with National Park Service design standards and International Code Council family of codes. These reviews are quality assurance reviews (as opposed to quality control reviews). They are expected to inform the project manager as to the whether the overall design is of a quality that will lead to a biddable and buildable project with minimum RFIs and modifications. These engineering positions will require an active Professional Engineers license issued by any state.

• Reviews and prepares preliminary design, design, and construction documents (drawings, specifications, cost estimates, special studies/reports) for projects. 35%
• Provides technical reviews, peer reviews, and checking of designs, drawings, engineering analysis, and technical documents, specifications, and contract correspondence, ensuring contractor documents are accurate and quality assurance processes were followed. Provides subject matter expertise, technical guidance, training, and advice to Park cultural resource staff, AML staff, Park engineers, and technicians and other internal and external stakeholders. 30%
• Works closely with contracting officer and acquisition team as required for site visits, submittal review, and project modifications. 20%
• Provides technical assistance or emergency response to park staff. 10%
• Shares expertise with division engineers and architects to inform scoping, designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining park infrastructure. Mentors division electrical engineer, as required. 5%

• Required Certifications: Professional Engineer license in good standing with any state.
• Health and Safety Considerations: Training in proper chemistry lab management and use of hazardous materials. Previous graduate coursework in a laboratory setting will satisfy this training.
• Required Safety Gear: Fume hoods, extraction trunks, and personal respiratory devices will be used as necessary, depending on solvents used during conservation treatments.
• Physical requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Job is primarily sedentary and performed in an office setting.