Bowhead Support Services

Structural Engineer ($5,000 Sign-On)

Bowhead Support Services$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of structural engineering experience required.
  • 5 years of hands-on AutoCAD experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a major in Structural Engineering required.
  • Familiarity with National Building Codes (IBC, IRC) and associated structural engineering sub-disciplines required.
  • Advanced degrees (Master's/PhD) in Structural or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer or relevant certifications preferred.
  • Experience designing projects in Alaska or arctic locations preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide structural engineering services for CEU Juneau projects.
  • Consult and troubleshoot for Project Managers on engineering issues.
  • Conduct technical reviews of studies, reports, and analyses.
  • Collaborate with project managers and other engineers on problem-solving.
  • Review project designs and provide technical comments for Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build.
  • Coordinate technical responses for contractor inquiries with Project Manager.
  • Conduct facility condition assessments across the 17th Coast Guard District.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on unique projects in various Alaskan environments.
  • Exposure to interdisciplinary collaboration with diverse engineering and legal teams.
  • Potential for professional growth through involved engineering standards and practices.
  • Travel opportunities to operational and construction sites in a unique geographical region.
  • Work for a prominent national institution (USCG) with significant community impact.
Full Job Description
STRUCTUAL ENGINEER (USCG): Bowhead is seeking a Structural Engineer to fill the role of Interdisciplinary Engineer and provide engineering services to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Structural Engineering Unit (CEU) Juneau. Position is located at USCG CEU in Juneau, AK, in support of projects throughout the 17th Coast Guard District (D17) area of responsibility (AOR). Services include independent technical reviews, project scope development, field investigation, planning, specifications, drawings (in AutoCAD), cost estimating, problem and conflict resolution, scheduling and design production, and facility condition assessments. Responsibilities • Provide Structural engineering services for the CEU Juneau in support of work associated with projects on the Advanced Acquisition Plan and other inserted projects. • Provide Structural engineering troubleshooting and/or consultations, providing technical and project advice and guidance to CEU Juneau Project Managers. • Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of professional studies, reports and analysis. • Collaborate with managers, other engineers/architects, construction project managers, legal staff, contract specialists and or contractor personnel, and provides advice and insight on the resolution of unique and/or complex engineering problems and disputes. • Provide technical reviews and review comments for project designs, including Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build efforts. • Provide technical responses for A/E and contractor requests for information and coordinates with CEU Juneau Project Manager in developing Scopes of Work for required contract modifications. • Provide facility condition assessments and evaluations throughout D17. • Travel (potential for overnight) to meet with CEU Juneau staff and review contract performance is required. Other travel may include occasional travel to operational & construction sites in USCG District 17 Area of Responsibility (D17 AOR Alaska Maritime Region). Qualifications • This position requires a minimum of 5 years of work experience in the Structural engineering field. • A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with AutoCAD is required. • Candidate must have received a bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a major in Structural Engineering. • Must have demonstrated experience in National Building Codes (IBC, IRC & associated reference codes) and Structural Engineering sub-disciplines including structural elements and foundations for waterfront facilities, shore-side buildings, towers, and utility support structures, and design of seismic, snow and wind loading, and concrete, steel and timber systems, etc. • Advanced (Master's and/or PhD) Structural or Civil Engineering degree(s) from an ABET accredited program highly preferred. • Licensed Professional Engineer or other professional licenses, certifications, or specialized training related to position highly desirable. • Additional experience designing projects in Alaska and/or arctic locations and / or demonstrated experience developing/reviewing technical packages for architect and engineering (A/E) services and performance specifications is preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is primarily sedentary and is performed in a normal office environment. Some overnight travel may be required and the contractor may be exposed to risks associated with field work which may include moderate stress such as being exposed to adverse weather, riding in small aircraft, climbing ladders, crawling under buildings, etc. Physical Demands: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time • Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location. #LI-KC1

About Bowhead Support Services

Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
Learn more about Bowhead Support Services
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million
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