Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural concentration or equivalent education.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York and/or New Jersey is required.
Minimum five years of experience in building structural/geotechnical codes and engineering practices.
Strong understanding of structural and geotechnical principles for transportation facilities.
Experience in reviewing engineering drawings, calculations, and technical reports.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and team coordination.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with document management platforms.
Responsibilities
Review structural and geotechnical design submissions for compliance with codes and standards.
Evaluate engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
Review Tenant Alteration Applications (TAA) for completeness and compliance.
Identify design deficiencies and areas needing clarification or corrective action.
Coordinate review comments with engineering and technical disciplines.
Prepare technical memoranda documenting review findings and recommendations.
Participate in meetings with architects and engineers to resolve technical comments.
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements, including onsite and remote options.
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with the Port Authority.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Professional development opportunities in a dynamic engineering environment.
Full Job Description
Position Overview Armand Corporation is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer (PE License) to support the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's Engineering Department, Quality Assurance Division, Design Standards Unit. The selected candidate will be responsible for reviewing structural and geotechnical design documents for Tenant Alteration Applications (TAA) and design audit projects involving Port Authority facilities. This position focuses on ensuring compliance with applicable building codes, engineering standards, and Port Authority technical requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering disciplines, project stakeholders, and Port Authority personnel to facilitate timely and accurate design reviews. Work may be performed onsite and/or remotely, as directed by the client.
Key Responsibilities
Review structural and geotechnical design submissions for compliance with applicable building codes and Port Authority technical standards.
Review Tenant Alteration Applications (TAA) and design audit submissions for completeness and technical compliance.
Identify design deficiencies, code discrepancies, and areas requiring clarification or corrective action.
Coordinate review comments with other engineering and technical disciplines.
Prepare technical memoranda documenting review findings and recommendations.
Participate in meetings with tenant architects, engineers of record, and other stakeholders to resolve technical comments.
Coordinate the assignment of technical disciplines for multidisciplinary code reviews.
Communicate with Port Authority facilities and internal departments to facilitate the review and approval process.
Maintain accurate review records and support efficient processing of design submissions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering concentration or equivalent civil-structural engineering education.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York and/or New Jersey - required.
Minimum five (5) years of diverse professional experience involving building structural/geotechnical codes, systems, and engineering practices.
Strong understanding of structural and geotechnical engineering principles as they relate to the design and construction of transportation facilities and related buildings.
Experience reviewing engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical review comments and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to communicate effectively with tenants, facility representatives, engineers, and internal technical reviewers.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn document management and engineering review platforms, including SharePoint, Trimble, and e-Builder.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting transportation agencies, public infrastructure owners, or large institutional facilities.
Familiarity with building code compliance reviews, design quality assurance, or technical design audits.
