Senior Structural Engineer

Technical Solutions Inc. is currently seeking a Structural Engineer for our client in the Pittsburgh, PA area.

Job Purpose:

Provide engineering, design, calculations, analysis, drawing review, and other activities related to civil and structural engineering.  Responsibilities will increase with experience.   Senior-level position for a degreed engineer working without supervision (possible Department Manager position).  

Essential Duties:

• Senior level position for a degreed engineer.  Supervisory position responsible for review and P.E. stamping of design documents.
• Perform assignments independently using professional knowledge and abilities in support of a project team.
• Maintain a good work ethic, i.e. cooperative, hard-working, focused and aware of his responsibilities and limitations.
• Work well with other disciplines and experience levels.
• Skilled with Internet searches, excel spreadsheets, and data mining.
• Performance of calculations for site development, structural steel members and/or concrete foundations.
• Develop working knowledge of ASCE Codes and Standards, as well as ASTM and other industry standards.   
• Willingness to take direction and try any assigned task.     
• Prepare specifications and technical reports requiring minimal to no review.
• Able to support and direct designers.
• Perform lead engineer functions, communicate with customers, and develop cost estimates and proposals.  

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• P.E. Certification Required.

Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Minimum of four (15) years of experience in the engineering field.  Years of experience does not guarantee promotion to higher level.   Engineering capabilities will dictate engineering level category.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Competencies:

• STAAD
• Concrete and/or Steel Design
• Time Management
• Independent Judgment/Thinking
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication
• Ability to Multi-task