Structural Engineer

DrJ is seeking an organized individual with an interest in the building industry and excellent technical and communication skills. This is a full time position in a fast-paced environment with a variety of simultaneous projects. The position requires a strong understanding of engineering principles to find cost effective and technically sound solutions for clients. The work is technical and analytical, requiring the use of building codes, standards, and guidelines as well as specialized technical problem solving and ingenuity.

• Independently manage projects of different levels of complexity from proposal to completion
• Peer review engineering work for accuracy and project goals
• Apply engineering theory, design principles, and mechanics to various structural engineering design problems
• Prepare research reports, calculation packages, design drawings, and presentations to communicate solutions for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Prepare and analyze test plans, reports, and data analysis of new, engineered products while researching standards to confirm conformance to building codes
• Perform site inspections and prepare report of findings

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Structural Mechanics
• 3 years of relevant engineering experience
• EIT with ability to obtain PE within 1 year, SE preferred
• Working knowledge of building codes and material manuals for steel, concrete, and wood construction
• Experience preparing design drawings and plan sets in AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Ability to develop automated systems for repetitive tasks using TEDDS, VBA, Mathcad, etc.
• Proficiency using Finite Element Analysis software (e.g., SAP
  2000, RISA)
• Experience in building science, building code application, and architectural design is preferred

Founded in 2011, one of DrJ Engineering LLC’s primary objectives is to support the construction industry by evaluating new and innovative building materials, products, services, designs, and/or methods of construction for use in the structural and building envelope sector. In 2015, DrJ received its ANSI accreditation as a product certification body under ISO/IEC 17065 to provide certification within our area of expertise.

The team at DrJ works alongside creative companies to bring new and existing products, processes, and services to the market professionally, reliably, and cost-effectively through generally accepted engineering practice and our unique approach to ANAB ISO/IEC 17065 accredited certification services. We excel at providing code compliance for alternative materials through research reports called Technical Evaluation Reports (TER), which include the option for signed and sealed TERs, giving clients, design professionals, and building officials a higher level of confidence in the certified product.

As the engineering branch of the Qualtim family of brands, DrJ is part of an exceptional team focused on providing innovative solutions and support in a variety of areas that can make all the difference for the future success of our clients. Learn more about how we help building innovation thrive.