Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking an entry-level Associate with a degree in architecture, architectural engineering, or building science to join our Indianapolis, IN office.
WJE is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients around the world turn to us to solve the most significant, complex, and challenging problems in the built environment. With experience from more than 175,000 projects and unmatched laboratory and testing capabilities, WJE is recognized as a leader in delivering innovative, yet practical, solutions.
Working at WJE is a collaborative team experience, grounded in trust and personal responsibility. We foster an environment of open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, and hands-on mentoring. Our culture thrives on free-flowing collaboration and knowledge sharing across disciplines.
We seek highly motivated and dedicated individuals who want to be challenged, engage directly in project work, and learn from the industry's most accomplished experts. We value people who demonstrate outstanding Character , unwavering Commitment to our mission and culture, deepening Expertise , and genuine Enthusiasm for their work.
Responsibilities:
• Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations of building enclosure and materials related issues, which may include documenting distress and collecting test samples Perform hands-on forensic investigations, condition assessments, and construction observations of building enclosure and materials related issues, which may include documenting distress and collecting test samples
• Conduct field testing and gather data using a variety of technologies including digital instrumentation and imaging tools Conduct field testing and gather data using a variety of technologies including digital instrumentation and imaging tools
• Analyze data and research modern and historic construction documents, governing codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design Analyze data and research modern and historic construction documents, governing codes, and design guidelines to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design
• Complete analysis using a combination of advanced analysis software and calculations Complete analysis using a combination of advanced analysis software and calculations
• Assist with drafting and preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and final client deliverables, including structural and architectural construction drawings, specifications, written reports, and presentations Assist with drafting and preparation of conceptual, preliminary, and final client deliverables, including structural and architectural construction drawings, specifications, written reports, and presentations
• Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other architectural and engineering disciplines Interface with project teams, clients, contractors, and other architectural and engineering disciplines
• Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects and complete assignments with limited oversight, under the guidance of licensed professionals Assume responsibility for key aspects of projects and complete assignments with limited oversight, under the guidance of licensed professionals
Qualifications:
• Master''s degree or better in architecture, architectural engineering, or building science from an NAAB or ABET accredited program Master''s degree or better in architecture, architectural engineering, or building science from an NAAB or ABET accredited program
• Solid foundation in architectural and/or structural engineering principles with demonstrated interest in the investigation, rehabilitation, construction, and design of various modern and historic structures, building systems, and construction materials Solid foundation in architectural and/or structural engineering principles with demonstrated interest in the investigation, rehabilitation, construction, and design of various modern and historic structures, building systems, and construction materials
• Relevant internship and/or research experience Relevant internship and/or research experience
• Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills Effective technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proactive team player willing to take on various responsibilities and work independently Proactive team player willing to take on various responsibilities and work independently
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands while maintaining a high standard of excellence, integrity, and attention to detail
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
WJE is the global leader in providing practical, innovative, and technically sound solutions for the built world.
We are an employee-owned interdisciplinary firm with nineteen offices across the United States. Supported by unparalleled laboratory and field testing capabilities, our team of structural engineers, architects, and materials scientists brings an enthusiasm for problem solving and a hands-on technical approach to every construction challenge. We have extensive experience with virtually every construction material, structural system, and architectural component.
WJE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We abide by all federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.