About SSR
A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of expert's partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.
SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.
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DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision or independently, performs a variety of structural engineering tasks for small projects or selected segments of large projects. Continuously seeks opportunities to learn and develop within the discipline with the support of senior design staff. Assists the project team in the production of projects on time, within budget, and consistent with industry standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Begins assuming responsible charge for projects within the engineer’s control and expertise
• Coordinates project designs with other disciplines
• Attends meetings with owners, clients, or architects as needed
• Prepares scope and pricing documents for clients
• Performs specific engineering studies and other design analyses using industry software
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals from contractors or fabricators
• Assists in the development of design approaches and concepts
• Provides input, feedback, and updates on project schedules and plans work in accordance with the schedule
• Conducts project job site visits during construction to investigate field conditions and monitor progress based on design specifications, owner expectations, and building codes; provides field inspectors with technical guidance
• Begins to coordinate with local authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate associated construction and government standards
• Begins to coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and clients to determine project scope
• Maintains a continued focus on keeping up with industry trends and changes with continued self-education and training
• Acts and performs activities inside and outside the office in a manner consistent with ethical engineering standards
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies in all construction materials (particular emphasis on steel and concrete)
• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and Microstation
• Knowledge of industry specific software (e.g., RAM Elements, Leap Bridge Enterprise, ETABS)
• Knowledge of drafting and design procedures, standards, and specifications
• Knowledge of applicable codes and regulations
• Knowledge of principles of structural mechanics, analysis, and design
SKILLS and ABILITIES:
• Interpersonal Skills – ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
• Comprehension – ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
• Written Communication Skills – ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Speech Clarity – ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
• Detail-Oriented – ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand the cause of a certain outcome
• Judgement and Decision-Making Skills – ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusion
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college with four years of relevant experience in discipline design and analysis OR Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited college with three years applicable experience in discipline design and analysis
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Bridge Inspection experience
• FHWA approved Bridge Inspection Training
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
• Frequently use a computer for several hours at a time
• May need to periodically maneuver over, under, and around barriers as well as climb ladders on a job site
• Requires the ability to transport equipment or plans weighing up to 30 pounds
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
• Indoors in a normal office environment with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dust
• May travel to and navigate construction sites, some of which may be at high altitudes or small spaces with dirt or dust particles
• Minimal overnight travel to attend project meetings and/or training sessions
SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
EOE including Disability/Veteran
Our mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via HR
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