Structural Engineer

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

This position performs engineering work in the review and approval of structural plans to ensure compliance with the Florida Building Code. The role provides structural and design support, enforces regulatory building codes, and conducts field inspections to confirm compliance with approved plans.

• Examine structural design and calculations of plans, blueprints, and specifications submitted to the City.
• Assist the Building Official with interpretations of structural provisions of the Code.
• Ensure that design parameters are in place and Federal Emergency Management Act (FEMA) regulations are met.
• Approve or deny proposed plans in accordance with codes and other regulatory requirements; assist owners, architects, engineers, or contractors with bringing plans into compliance.
• Inspect new construction sites, renovations, repairs, and condemnation to ensure compliance with permits and building codes as they relate to the structural discipline; inspect structural conditions; prepare reports and make recommendations on occupancy use of structures.
• Administer FEMA flood plain regulations, conduct field inspections, evaluate damages, and maintain FEMA file systems.
• Communicate with contractors, architects, and engineers regarding plan designs and structural requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Structural Engineering preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Professional Engineer by the State of Florida.
• Must be a Structural Plans Examiner as per the Miami-Dade County Board of Rules and Appeals.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.