Project Engineer III

The Project Engineer III is an experienced structural engineer with demonstrated proficiency in structural analysis, design, and project documentation. Working under the direction of Project Executives and Project Managers, the Project Engineer III performs advanced and complex structural engineering assignments and provides significant technical support throughout the design and construction phases of projects.

At this level, engineers are expected to demonstrate strong technical judgment, proficiency with Apex's preferred analysis and design software, and a comprehensive understanding of structural systems, construction documents, and project coordination. Project Engineer III team members also contribute to the technical development of less-experienced engineers and participate in Apex Technical Advisory Groups to advance the firm's engineering standards, tools, and technical knowledge.

• Independently perform advanced structural analysis and design for complex structural components and building systems using applicable building codes, design standards, and engineering principles.
• Develop, review, and evaluate complex structural analysis models, including three-dimensional gravity and lateral building models, with appropriate modeling assumptions, loading conditions, boundary conditions, and design parameters.
• Evaluate structural analysis results using sound engineering judgment and identify unusual behavior, load distribution, forces, reactions, deflections, stability concerns, or modeling conditions requiring further investigation.
• Develop and evaluate structural design solutions for complex conditions, considering structural performance, constructability, efficiency, coordination, and project requirements.
• Interpret and apply ASCE 7, IBC, AISC, ACI, TMS, SJI, and other applicable codes and standards, including provisions requiring engineering judgment or interpretation.
• Develop, review, and finalize structural calculations and engineering documentation for completeness, consistency, appropriate assumptions, design criteria, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Independently interpret architectural, structural, and other project construction documents and use project information to develop coordinated structural designs.
• Review architectural and MEP/FP drawings and models to identify structural impacts, equipment loads, penetrations, clearances, support requirements, coordination requirements, and potential conflicts.
• Coordinate structural design requirements with architects, consultants, and other engineering disciplines and contribute to the resolution of multidisciplinary coordination issues.
• Develop engineering information for structural drawings and models and coordinate with BIM/modeling team members to resolve complex structural detailing, modeling, and documentation requirements.
• Perform detailed reviews of structural drawings and models for consistency with calculations, structural design intent, project requirements, and Apex standards.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), and other construction-phase documentation and independently evaluate routine technical issues while assisting with more complex issues.
• Participate in external project meetings and technical coordination discussions with architects, consultants, contractors, and clients as directed by the Project Manager or Project Executive.
• Clearly communicate technical concepts, structural requirements, engineering concerns, design decisions, and proposed solutions to both technical and non-technical project participants.
• Identify technical issues, incomplete information, coordination concerns, constructability issues, and other conditions that may affect structural design and communicate them to the Project Manager or Project Executive with appropriate recommendations.
• Provide technical support to Project Managers and Project Executives in evaluating design alternatives, constructability, technical risks, and complex engineering issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Project Engineer I and Project Engineer II team members in structural calculations, analysis modeling, design methods, software, codes, and Apex engineering standards.
• Review engineering work prepared by less-experienced engineers when assigned and provide clear, constructive technical feedback to improve quality, accuracy, and engineering judgment.
• Contribute to internal technical discussions and knowledge sharing…