Civil Engineer

JDI Industrial Services is the industrial maintenance division of J. Davis Inc., a family-owned organization providing construction, grading, supplemental maintenance, and industrial services to South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. With four divisions and three offices in the coastal and upstate regions of South Carolina, we are proud to offer superior services to the southeastern United States.

• Lead the structural design and analysis of industrial projects in facilities, including steel structures, reinforced concrete foundations, equipment supports, pipe racks, platforms, and specialized industrial structures.
• Perform detailed structural calculations, finite element analysis (FEA), and dynamic analysis for vibration-sensitive equipment and heavy machinery.
• Develop and review structural drawings, specifications, and construction documents for industrial projects.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, AWS, and industry-specific standards (e.g., API, PIP).
• Conduct site assessments, structural condition evaluations, and feasibility studies for new and retrofit industrial projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, fabrication, and process engineers) to integrate structural systems with overall plant design.
• Provide technical oversight during construction, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and performing site inspections.
• Prepare engineering reports, cost estimates, and value engineering recommendations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their professional development toward PE licensure.
• Participate in project meetings, client presentations, and proposal development.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Master’s degree preferred) with a focus on Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in South Carolina (or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months).
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive structural engineering experience, with at least 5 years specifically in industrial projects.
• Strong proficiency in structural analysis software: STAAD.Pro, SAP
  2000, ETABS, RISA-3D, and foundation design software (e.g., SAFE, MAT).
• In-depth knowledge of steel and concrete design for industrial applications, including heavy equipment foundations, elevated structures, and seismic/wind design.
• Experience with industrial-specific challenges such as vibration analysis, fatigue design, and large-span structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Strong technical credibility with both engineers and construction professionals.
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.
• Natural bias toward constructability, safety, and cost-effective design solutions.
• Comfortable making hard decisions and communicating them clearly.

• Employer-paid benefits option package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays
• Auto Allowance
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Parental leave
• Clothing Allowance
• Gym Reimbursement Employee assistance program
• Life Coach
• Wellness Program
• Life insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Growth opportunities
• Much more!