Associate Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Thornton Tomasetti, Inc., seeks Associate Engineers in San Francisco, California.

• Assists in developing project technical approach for forensic investigations, such as defining appropriate analysis techniques, performing field investigations and testing, and executing technical work.
• Writes, reviews, and revises technical and investigative reports to support forensic findings and prepare materials related to presentations.
• Assumes day-to-day role in managing projects for production, quality, client satisfaction, and budgetary objectives.
• Performs advanced structural analysis and calculations using computer models and analytical approaches.
• Performs analysis and design of structural systems for all types of buildings and materials using various building codes.
• Develops project plan and budget consistent with client needs, including staffing and resource needs. Coordinates preparation of proposals and/or contracts with the principal-in-charge.
• Coordinates project delivery and external meetings with client and external team members.
• Plans and conducts internal project meetings.
• Provides guidance and mentoring to team members regarding TT standards, technique, and quality.
• Sets direction and delegates tasks to others.
• Triages and troubleshoots project issues (e.g., technical, budget, schedule, billing, etc.).
• Monitors project staff and provides direction/quality control as required.
• Ensures that project undergoes standard quality assurance activities including design reviews, documentation, and design checks.
• Monitors project labor and billing against established budgets.
• Monitors scope creep to determine if additional services are warranted.
• Coordinates activities of project staff.
• Monitors staffing/resource needs and reports to Office Leader and/or project leadership.
• Collaborates with other Project Managers to ensure appropriate staffing.
• Serves as Direct Appraiser for performance alignments.
• Recruits and interviews job candidates.
• Maintains and develops client relationships.
• Meets with and develops current and potential clients.
• Promotes TT’s services and reputation in the local and/or national markets by participating in appropriate industry, professional and community organizations.
• Proactively develops, maintains, and nurtures relationships with targeted clients and other project stakeholders of a similar career level beyond project work.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in structural engineering work requiring advanced analytical techniques and design for buildings and materials.
• Five (5) years of experience leading, coordinating, and developing small teams and managing project activities with internal and external stakeholders.
• One (1) year of experience pursuing opportunities to expand relationships with project stakeholders of a similar career level beyond project work.
• 15% domestic travel required.
• Telecommuting and/or working from home may be permissible pursuant to company policies. When not telecommuting, must report to work site.
• Must have authority to work permanently in the U.S.
• 40 hours per week. Base salary at least $187,720 per year.

The rate for this position generally is $187,720 annually, a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the California Pay Transparency Law. Compensation may vary based on individual qualifications, work location, and other factors permitted by law.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with…