OverviewColliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a Structural Project Engineer to join our Structural Engineering team in our Austin, TX office.
Project Engineers can be responsible for: Calculations, Modeling, Redlining, Detailing, Back checking, Specifications, RFI, and OOC. A project engineer with a PE license will sign and seal their drawings. Throughout all steps of the project the Project Engineer will consult with an assigned Project Manager. A Project Engineer may interact with the design architect to resolve design issues, coordinate drawings, and perform CA duties. Project Engineers will receive tasks from Project Managers. Depending on resource
complexity task may be one portion of a project such as gravity design or may be broader such as CD's and CA.
Responsibilities- Become knowledgeable with internal systems for structural calculations, structural drawings and
construction administration. - Compile and modify sections from internal library for inclusion with General Notes.
- Perform routine structural calculations by hand and with the assistance of design programs to
develop personal familiarity with material codes (concrete, steel, wood, masonry, light gauge)
and internal resources. - Review internal detail templates and verification application of standard details to new projects.
- Develop modifications where variations exist.
- Review structural drawings for foundation and framing layout, conformance with Architectural
drawings and inclusion of standard notes and details. Ensure structural drawings meet internal
standards. - Hand sketch redlines on structural drawings for drafting technicians.
- Open and manipulate architectural drawings to verify the work of drafting technicians and
investigate coordination issues. - Prepare calculation and drawing packages for review by Project Managers.
- Review material submittals and shop drawings for conformance
- Edit and compile relevant specification sections addressing structural items. Coordinate with
Architect on sections and format. - Respond to Requests For Information (RFIs) and provide solutions to field issues.
Qualifications- 4+ years of experience required in building structural design
- P.E. required.
- 4+ years of professional building structural engineering experience required.
- AutoCAD proficiency required.
- Possess an intermediate to advanced understanding of structural design software such RISA, RAM, TEKLA, TEDDS, SAFE, PROFIS, etc. with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software.
- A willingness to learn and adapt to new software and client needs.
- Understanding of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood design principles.
- Mass timber experience or desire to learn preferred.
- Knowledge of current building and material design codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE7, AISC360, ACI318, ACI 530 or NDS.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Able to work independently and also collaboratively on a team.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We OfferAt Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
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