Ghafari Associates LLC

Structural Engineer E3

Ghafari Associates LLC • $75K — $95K *
Grand Rapids, MI 49504In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's preferred
  • Professional Registration required
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience in structural engineering
  • Proficient in structural analysis software like Risa, RAM, ETABS, or SAP2000
  • Experienced in drafting tools such as Revit and Bluebeam

Responsibilities

  • Stay updated on latest building codes and apply in analysis
  • Design and analyze structural framing systems
  • Perform basic engineering analysis with minimal guidance
  • Conduct field measurements to verify existing conditions
  • Prepare compliance-conforming construction documents
  • Coordinate with other disciplines for cohesive documents
  • Review shop drawings for design accuracy

Benefits

  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Active project involvement
  • Positive company culture emphasizing core values
  • Assist with mentorship of interns
Full Job Description
Job Description:

General Summary:

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

Essential Job Functions:
  • Keep current with latest code publications and apply in everyday analysis as applicable
  • Formulate design and/or analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculations
  • Perform basic engineering analysis including lateral design with limited guidance.
  • Conduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditions
  • Ability to prepare construction documents including drawings and specifications to comply with company standards.
  • Communicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents
  • Review shop drawing submittals to assure design intent is met
  • Maintain project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference material, etc.
  • Communicate scope changes to Manager of Structural Engineering and Project Manager
  • Use available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verifies results with manual checks
  • Act as a positive representative of the company and its core values
  • Assist interns with day-to-day tasks.
  • Performs related duties as assigned


Employment Qualifications:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
  • Professional Registration required


Experience:
  • Minimum 4+ years of related experience in the structural engineering field


Skills/Competencies:
  • Analysis: Risa, RAM, ETABS, and/or SAP2000 preferred
  • Drafting: Revit and Bluebeam


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.
Learn more about Ghafari Associates LLC
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1982
* Ladders Estimates

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