Principal Structural Engineer

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The Principal Structural Engineer oversees, leads and carries out major structural engineering projects and programs. The engineer performs at a principal level and has a wide latitude for independent decision making consistent with sound engineering practices. The engineer guides and trains intermediate and junior engineers.

• Conducts or leads the study, development and design of a variety of large, complex projects related to structural engineering
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the administration of the technical work and program of professional engineers, other engineering and administrative personnel in structural engineering
• Performs, leads, or oversees design and construction for structural rehabilitation of small and large diameter PCCPs, steel pipes, reinforced concrete pipes and retrofit of other types of structures
• Performs reviews of construction submittals related to structural engineering
• Performs in-house designs of underground structures such as vaults, wet wells, and thrust blocks
• Performs engineering analysis and design calculations related to structural engineering
• Oversees, directs, and leads the development/revision of or develops/revises structural design guidelines, criteria, standard details and specifications
• Performs inspections of existing above/underground structures related to water and wastewater systems and facilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in the practice of engineering
• 1+ year(s) of experience in planning and directing difficult engineering projects at an intermediate engineering level
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Maryland. If candidate has PE license in another state, candidate must obtain Maryland registration within 12 months of hire or transfer
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
• Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

• Structural design for new and retrofit of existing structures, including large diameter pressure and gravity pipes and various water/wastewater facilities
• Master’s degree in Structural, Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline

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