Structural Engineer - Scranton

Location: Scranton (Remote work available) Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

We are a leading engineering firm specialising in structural repair and restoration with a proven track record of success. Our team is dedicated to innovation, excellence, and providing high-quality service to our clients. We are currently experiencing growth and are looking to expand our team.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Structural Project Manager with a minimum of 7 years of experience as a Professional Engineer (P.E.). The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and a proven track record in structural engineering. This position offers the opportunity to lead a growing structural group in either our Pennsylvania or South New Jersey office. You will have direct access to senior leadership and the chance to make a significant impact on our projects and growth.

Opportunities

• Leadership: Lead a growing structural group in either the PA office or South NJ office.
• Ownership: Opportunity to acquire shares of the firm.
• Bonuses: Eligible for a bonus ranging from 10% to 30%, with a guaranteed minimum of 10%.
• Direct Relationship: Work closely with the firm's owner.
• Growth: Join a team of 30 employees across two offices, with a 5% growth rate this year.

Responsibilities

• Inspect project sites to evaluate contractor work, ensuring it meets design specifications and applicable codes.
• Coordinate and manage projects, including making detailed plans to achieve goals and overseeing the integration of technical activities.
• Prepare project status reports and ensure plans comply with contract specifications.
• Communicate directly with contractors and designers about project costs, staffing, and scheduling.
• Provide technical advice on design, construction, program modifications, and structural repairs to project members and contractors.
• Develop construction documents, including structural framing plans, foundation and superstructure details, notes, specifications, and typical construction details.
• Calculate gravity and lateral design loads using commercial and residential building codes (IBC 2015 & ASCE 7-10).
• Design and detail building structures using wood, steel, concrete, and masonry materials.
• Create structural analysis models (2D & 3D) using RAM Steel and RAM Elements analysis software.
• Draft plans and details for building structures based on preliminary concepts, sketches, and engineering calculations.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Technical communication expertise.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Proficiency in computer literacy.
• Professionalism in all interactions.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Project management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of building construction.
• Proficient in Computer-Aided-Drafting (CAD) and design software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in structural engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Statics, Mechanics of Materials, and Structural Analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Autodesk AutoCAD software.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license REQUIRED.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Enercalc Engineering Software.
• Proficiency in RAM Steel Analysis Software.
• Experience with RAM Elements Finite Elements Modelling.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily an office work environment.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds.