Ghafari Associates LLC

Senior Structural Engineer

Ghafari Associates LLC$95K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's preferred.
  • 10 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • Proficiency in software such as RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and Revit for drafting purposes.
  • Strong work ethic and a commitment to success.

Responsibilities

  • Review project scope, structural budget, and design approach with stakeholders.
  • Lead mid-size projects managing the production effort of team members.
  • Stay updated with the latest code publications and apply them in analyses.
  • Develop innovative design solutions and provide engineering judgment.
  • Analyze structural framing systems and perform calculations as necessary.
  • Conduct field measurements to verify existing conditions at construction sites.
  • Prepare well-coordinated construction documents including drawings and specifications.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to mentor less experienced engineers for career development.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and structural programs to enhance productivity.
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on innovative design solutions.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Senior Structural Engineer, with limited supervision from Manager of Structural Engineering, will provide the technical, organizational and communication skills to produce well-designed and coordinated construction documents for structural systems.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Review and/or establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with the Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager and/or client
  • Perform as a project lead engineer for mid-size projects, managing the production effort of staff assigned to project in terms of quality, budget, and schedule
  • Keep current with latest code publications and apply them in everyday analysis as applicable
  • Produce innovative design solutions and give valuable engineering judgment to the team
  • Formulate, design, and/or conduct analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculations
  • Conduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditions
  • Prepare construction documents e.g. drawings and specifications
  • Communicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents
  • Review shop drawing submittals to assure design intent is met
  • Maintain project files containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference material, and other items
  • Communicate scope changes to the Manager of Structural Engineering and Project Manager
  • Mentor less experienced engineers
  • Use available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checks
  • Performs related duties as assigned

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience:

  • 10 years of related experience in the structural engineering field

Skills/Competencies:

  • Analysis: RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 preferred
  • Drafting: AutoCAD and Revit
  • Have an excellent work ethic and a desire to succeed

About Ghafari Associates LLC

Ghafari Associates LLC is an architecture and engineering firm that provides design, engineering, and construction services to clients in a variety of industries. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan. Ghafari Associates has completed projects in over 30 countries and has worked with clients such as General Motors, Ford, and Boeing. The company's mission is to create innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance the built environment and improve people's lives.
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1,000 employees
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Founded
1982

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