Mid-level Structural Engineer - Safety

LJB, Inc.$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering; structural emphasis preferred
  • 5+ years of engineering experience with a focus on structural and fall protection design
  • CAD proficiency (Revit and Bluebeam preferred); RAM or similar analysis software experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359 standards preferred
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Document existing conditions for fall protection system additions
  • Analyze building components for supporting fall protection systems
  • Develop layouts for fall protection systems addressing client needs
  • Prepare detailed engineering design calculations
  • Assist with construction document preparation
  • Coordinate with design staff for accurate documentation
  • Communicate with clients regarding project issues

Benefits

  • Continuous professional development through training seminars and publications
  • Opportunity for travel to various US-based locations (50 to 75% travel)
  • Collaborative work environment with independence in project management
  • Exposure to diverse projects and client interactions
  • Access to in-house systems and management training
Full Job Description
Description

We are looking to fill the role of a Mid-level Structural Engineer to work for our Safety practice in our Dayton, Ohio office. The Mid-level Structural Engineer will analyze, design, plan, and create structural components and systems as they lead fall protection design projects for LJB clients.

Annual Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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MID-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Documents existing conditions as needed to accommodate additions of fall protection systems, including fixed platforms, fall arrest anchorages, and horizontal lifelines.
  • Analysis of building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold-formed steel framing, and cast-in-place concrete.
  • Develop a layout of fall protection systems to address customer needs and coordinate with the existing structure.
  • Prepares calculations detailing engineering design.
  • Assists with the preparation of construction documents.
  • Coordinates with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
  • May coordinate projects by communicating with clients regarding project issues and attending meetings.
  • Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completing various training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and attending in-house systems/management training (LJB provided).

Additional Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Willingness to travel (overnight stays based on supported projects) to various US-based locations. (50 to 75% travel).
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
  • Understanding/Training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
  • Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.
  • Other duties as assigned.


MID-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering required; degree with structural emphasis preferred; Master's degree preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.


Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of engineering experience, possessing knowledge and experience in the design of structural engineering projects and fall protection preferred.
  • CAD experience (Revit and Bluebeam preferred) RAM or other structural analysis software experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Knowledgeable of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359 preferred.


Physical:
  • Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform duties.
  • Must meet the weight capacity of design perimeters of fall protection systems (between 130 to 310 lbs.).
  • Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
  • Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.


Keywords: Structural Engineer, Engineered Fall Protection, Mid-level Structural Engineer, Safety

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