Structural Engineer

Buro Happold

$85K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in structural building engineering
  • Thorough knowledge of US Building and Material Codes
  • Broad structural design knowledge from a variety of projects
  • Experience with steel framing and concrete structure design
  • Proficient in time management and multi-tasking
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas simply
  • Proactive, creative team player with a willingness to learn
  • MS or PhD in Structural Engineering
  • Familiar with BIM tools like REVIT
  • Experience using programs like ETABS, SAP; knowledge of computational design with Rhino/Grasshopper is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed engineering designs, drawings, documents, and specifications
  • Conduct engineering design for gravity and lateral systems of building structures
  • Create 3D structural analysis models using various software
  • Keep senior staff informed of important design decisions
  • Attend and engage in meetings with clients and design team members under senior guidance
  • Coordinate with team members across disciplines
  • Plan and manage BIM models in collaboration with Technicians
  • Represent the company in meetings with stakeholders

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • 4 weeks of PTO plus 10 paid holidays
  • 401k with company match
  • Hybrid working and summer hours
  • Reimbursement for professional licenses and related expenses
  • Access to a global network of experts
  • Wide-ranging learning and development opportunities
  • Support for diversity and inclusion initiatives
Full Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a Structural Engineer in our growing building services team for our New York office. This role will seeyou technically and creatively challenged on some of the most interesting developments in the US and further afield. Teamwork and a collaborative approach are key to any project at Buro Happold, so your strong communication skills and passion to succeed with others will serve you well.

Your next role

Join us and be surrounded by exceptional opportunities in an environment alive with innovation and possibility. Your new team has a willingness and curiosity to see possibility and potential in everything - from the most iconic projects to our everyday conversations.

Your key duties
  • Preparation of detailed engineering designs, drawings, documents and specifications
  • Undertake detailed engineering design for gravity and lateral systems of building structures
  • Create 3D structural analysis models using commercial software, including RAM, SAP, ETABS, SAFE, etc
  • Ensure senior staff are kept informed of important and relevant service/design decisions
  • Under guidance of senior staff, attend and participate in meetings with the client and other design team members.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with team members from both their own discipline and others
  • Plan and help manage and input into BIM models of design work, by working closely with Buro Happold Technicians
  • Represent Buro Happold at meetings with the client, other professionals and suppliers.
  • Ensure that appropriate service/design decisions are met, consulting with internal and external mentors and stakeholders where appropriate.

Your skills and experience
  • Typically, 2-4 years' experience in structural building engineering experience
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of US Building and Material Codes
  • Broad structural design knowledge, from working on a range of projects
  • Experience with wide range of material, including the design of steel framing and concrete building structures
  • Ability to multi-task, effectively manage time, and maintain ongoing project focus
  • Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way
  • Proactive ability to take the initiative, learn, and be creative in a team environment.
  • MS or PhD degree with concentration in structural engineering
  • Good experience with BIM tools such as REVIT
  • Good experience with CSI Programs like ETABS and SAP
  • Experience of using computation design methods, using Rhino, Grasshopper a plus

What we offer
  • Salary range of $85,000 to $95,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
  • Generous benefits package
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Generous PTO (4 weeks depending on position) in addition to 10 paid holidays
  • 401k with company match
  • Hybrid working & summer hours
  • Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
  • Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
  • Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities
  • Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other's differences is key, we want employees to feel they don't have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [redacted] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.

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