Structural Engineer

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Georgia-Pacific Discrete Manufacturing Engineering Group is seeking qualified professionals for our Structural Engineer opportunity. The Structural Engineer’s position serves a supporting role for Georgia Pacific plants. The Structural Engineer will be responsible for performing structural design for industrial projects for gravity, lateral and equipment loading and assist in the preparation of construction documents. This position will require the ideal candidate to possess knowledge of building codes, construction materials, industry standards and analytical software such as RAM Elements.

The Structural Engineer will perform site visits and work closely with Georgia Pacific project team, project managers and construction teams to ensure successful project completion.

This would be a Hybrid role with at least 2 days at the Atlanta headquarters weekly.

• Prepare, coordinate, and monitor the assigned engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, rules, industry practices and GP standards.
• Conduct on‑site investigations, assessments, and field measurements.
• Develop engineering calculations to support the design and work with modelers and drafters for production of drawings.
• Collaborate daily and communicate effectively with the project managers and other project participants.
• Construction administration.
• Provide SME (Subject Matter Expert) reviews.
• Assign responsibilities and mentor the project team.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering with focus on Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in a structural engineering role.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Deep knowledge of construction materials and methodologies.
• Problem‑solving skills to quickly address issues that arise on‑site and keep projects on track.
• Knowledge of design and visualization software such as RAM Structural Systems, RAM Elements, RAM Connections, Enercalc, MS Office, AutoCAD, and REVIT.
• Current Professional Engineer and/or Structural Engineer license.
• Able and willing to travel to manufacturing sites up to 40% of the time (dependent on project needs).

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in structural engineering.
• Experience with in an Industrial Manufacturing Environment.
• Familiarity with industrial applications.
• Knowledge of CAD software such as AutoCAD and REVIT.

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