Shepherd Engineering Search is searching for a Structural Engineer to join an engineering consulting firm that is specialized in rehabilitation and renovation projects for various structures. This role provides a great balance between hands-on engineering in the field and working in the firm’s Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area office.
Organization
- There is tremendous room for growth in this role. No ceiling in terms of growth potential!
- The firm offers flexible schedules
- Multicultural and collaborative teamwork environment
- They are open to innovative ideas to further compliment their service offerings
- They offer outstanding benefits
Position Focus
The person in this position will be responsible for coordinating schedules, identifying problems and coming up with solutions, mentoring/training younger engineers including those that are just coming out of school.
- Perform structural investigation and support the team with the preparation of repair design documentation
- Conduct construction observation visits and provide administration services
- Evaluate and perform diagnostic testing of building structures, building components/ systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering is required
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or SE is required
- 8+ years of experience in structural engineering including experience in repair of various structural and building envelope systems
- Cannot be afraid of working in small spaces or heights as the work will include inspecting basements, rooftops, and other small or high spaces
- Ability to take others under their wing and show them the right way of doing things and how to identify things when out on-site visits
Needs to be a strong communicator, someone that can articulate, both in writing and verbally as the person in this position will be communicating with property managers, construction managers, and others