Sr. Structural Engineer I

PRIME AE Group, Inc. (www.primeeng.com), a top 500 ENR-ranked multi-disciplined architectural and engineering firm with 22 offices in 9 States and over 500 employees throughout the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast, is seeking a Sr. Structural Engineer for our Akron, Columbus, Baltimore or Pensacola offices.

Company Overview:

PRIME AE is on the move and for almost two decades we've been delivering architecture, engineering, and construction management solutions for all the places we live, learn, laugh, and grow. We are adding capabilities, expanding into new geographies, and looking to work with exciting talent. Whether you are seeking new challenges, greater variety, or a better opportunity, we are on the lookout for professionals who enjoy being part of something bigger. It is a great time to come onboard with us!

Position Overview:

The primary focus of this role will be designing new building structures as well as structural alterations, renovations, and additions to existing buildings within the respective markets listed below. You will work on multiple projects with general supervision and as part of a team on larger projects under a Senior Structural Engineer's guidance. Your role includes evaluation, analysis, calculations, and preparing drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. You will collaborate with junior and senior engineers, architects, clients, and contractors. You'll also resolve design and construction issues, adhere to project timelines and budgets, and continuously develop your technical skills.

Project types include Military/Department of Defense facilities and bases, Federal, Justice, K-12, Higher Education, Corporate Commercial, Hospitality, Wastewater Treatment Plants, Cultural & Historic, and Residential.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct preliminary and detailed structural analysis and design, ensuring compliance with local and national building codes and standards.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of structural engineering principles and effectively communicate technical ideas and solutions to team members and clients.
• Design, analyze, and specify structural systems including steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber for both new buildings and renovations/additions to existing structures.
• Lead or support an engineering team in evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering all structural systems for the project.
• Provide construction administration services and collaborate with contractors to address any construction issues that arise during the construction phase.
• Prepare detailed condition assessment reports on the condition of existing structures and systems.
• Coordinate with PRIME AE's Architectural & MEP divisions to ensure integrated design and functionality.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the Structural department, fostering a culture of growth and knowledge-sharing.
• Review designs prepared by others as part of PRIME AE's QA/QC process.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering or Equivalent; Masters preferred.
• PE license required. SE license preferred.
• Due to the projects associated with this position, US Citizenship is required.
• 10+ years of structural design experience in consulting engineering.
• Working knowledge of structural analysis and design software, including Revit, RISA, and Enercalc.
• Experience in designing federal, public sector, education, wastewater treatment plants, and restoration projects.
• Must be able to follow and properly apply market specific guidelines, the practices and policies of the associated local and building codes, discipline, divisions and firm.
• Excellent organizational skills and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to independently manage and design projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage deadline-driven tasks while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to travel for occasional pre-determined, scheduled site visits.

PRIME AE Group is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.