Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Summary of Job: 

This is an engineering-track position, responsible for: leading a team in the design of buildings, including performing engineering design for components and connections, 3D finite element modeling of components, 3D modeling of structures; performing document preparation in both CAD and BIM environments; and managing project and project team to successful completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in architectural, Civil, or Structural Engineering, Masters preferred, or equivalent work- and industry-related experience (as allowed under licensure by the state of Illinois).
• Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) in state of Illinois
• 7+ years of diverse project experience in the design of buildings with demonstrated professional growth
• Experience in precast prestressed concrete design

Key Responsibilities:

• Interface with internal and external clients
• Define tasks (both engineering and documents) required to analyze/design precast components and connections on multiple simple building projects, with minimal direction from senior engineering staff
• Work on assigned tasks and projects with minimal supervision, performing structural analysis and design of precast components and connections, as well as preparing detailed documentation in CAD and BIM formats.
• Perform 3D finite element analysis and design
• Proactively identify concerns regarding structural issues and project scope
• Meet task and project deadlines, and adhere to budgeted hours
• Manage other staff members when assigned as a Task or Project Leader
• Actively engage in professional development activities to enhance engineering competencies and stay up to date on code changes
• Participate in the development of in-house design templates, checklist and standards
• Assist the VP of Engineering with reviewing and approving consultant billings, and with allocating staff resources to meet project demands, schedules, and utilization targets.
• Coach and mentor junior staff

• Work effectively within a team environment with a group of diverse professionals
• read and interpret technical and construction documents
• work with conceptual concepts to develop sales models
• Ability to visit job sites in all weather conditions 
• Possess an advanced understanding of precast production and erection processes, including casting and bed rules, plant and bed scheduling, and temporary bracing requirements.
• Proficient communication and collaboration skills

Experienced With: 

• Structural analysis/design fundamentals
• 3D finite element analysis
• Diaphragm analysis and design
• Snow, seismic and wind analysis and design
• Structural integrity requirements
• Current building and material codes
• Commercially-available office software (Word, Excel, Adobe/Bluebeam, etc.)
• 3D modeling and drafting software such AutoCAD, Revit and Tekla or equivalent
• Engineering software such as RAM suite, Risa, TEDDS, LEC Wall, etc. or equivalent;