Lead Timber Engineer
Timberlab
Lead structural engineer focusing on mass timber design, R&D, and project delivery.
21 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Hybrid
Company Size
30 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Design
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Public Works
Office Development
Community Centers
Universities
Role
What you would be doing
structural design
feasibility study
cost modeling
shop drawings
document review
team management
- Assist in management and implementation of R&D projects, and technical marketing content creation for completed R&D projects.
- Provide analysis of all structural systems in project feasibility stage and during design management phase, including, but not limited to, concrete frames, structural steel frames, precast frames, wood stick-built frames, cold formed metal frames, and mass timber frames.
- Plan and lead the preconstruction strategy meeting on the approach to projects structural design and related cost estimate.
- Structural Engineering for concept and pursuit projects.
- Structural Engineering for delegated design timber and specialty engineering of timber systems
- Perform project feasibility studies.
- Act as document reviewer and advisor for constructability and value analysis.
- Structural Engineering for bracing, lifting and other temporary construction methods for mass timber installation
- Assist with procurement opportunities globally to provide a well-coordinated and cost-effective mass timber frame.
- Participate in preparation of proposals for new business.
- Know and use cost control system
- Support Swinerton/Timberlab (both regionally and nationally) in the pursuit of mass timber projects (regional travel as needed up to 1 week per month)
- Work with and coordinate with the Virtual Design and Construction (VD&C) department to provide mass timber feasibility drawings, contract documents, delegated design submittals and shop drawings for required deliverables.
- Coordinate, schedule, and present to the AEC community.
- Assist with preconstruction efforts for mass timber projects through design and shop drawing phases.
- Coordinate, manage, and supervise the work of subordinate engineering members and support staff.
- Assist with and develop skillset with cost model creation
- Assist with, develop and/or publish articles on thought leadership, R&D, and other structural engineering concepts.
- Assure that potential risk factors have been evaluated and reviewed with senior management.
What you bring
pe registration
revit
mass timber
structural engineering
us codes
engineering degree
- Leadership ability.
- Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
- Mass Timber design experience required (2 years minimum)
- Detail oriented and self motivated
- Ability to independently engage project stakeholders including owner, architect, engineers, etc. while representing Swinerton in the highest regard with the goal of getting specified as an Engineer, Procure, and Construct (EPC) contractor of choice.
- Occasional climbing and carrying, proximity to moving mechanical parts, working in high exposed places.
- Strong sense of urgency.
- Occasional exposure to dust and fumes, electric shock, radiation, toxic/caustic chemicals
- In depth knowledge and continuing education of mass timber supply chain.
- Constant finger dexterity and ability to see details at close range and at a distance, hear, and talk, and possess depth perception.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- 4 year Engineering degree, or equivalent experience
- Strong and effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Basic Microsoft products computer skills required
- Strong understanding of structural engineering fundamentals.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Timber design coursework required
- Structural design experience (4 years minimum)
- Proficient knowledge of US structural design codes (including timber, steel and concrete)
- In depth knowledge and continuing education of mass timber code requirements and evolution of standards across multiple jurisdictions.
- Drafting experience in Revit or similar software.
- Timber structural design experience (3 years, including supervisory skills.)
- National travel as needed to support Swinerton/Timberlab jobsites and AEC events.
- International travel as needed for education and relational development of global supply chain (1 week per year.)
- PE registration required
- Master’s Degree preferred in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering
- Travel between Portland, OR, Greenville, SC and Seattle, WA roughly 6 to 8 weeks per year.
- SE registration preferred
- Requires frequent stooping/bending/crouching, reaching, handling, finger dexterity, sitting, standing, walking, and lifting 20 or more lbs.
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Company
Overview
190,000 SQ FT
New Production Facility
Began construction on a state-of-the-art cross-laminated timber (CLT) plant in Millersburg, OR.
3.3M BOARD-FT
Landmark Airport Terminal
Delivered a significant project using local timber for the Portland International Airport terminal.
2020 Innovation Launch
Pioneered Mass-Timber Fabrication
Entered the mass-timber market with cutting-edge fabrication capabilities.
2024 Integration Milestone
Vertically Integrated Production
Acquired sawmill and planing mill to enhance glulam and CLT production capabilities.
- Broke ground in early 2025 on a 190,000 sq ft CLT plant in Millersburg, OR — one of the largest in North America.
- Landmark projects include the Portland International Airport terminal, using 3.3 M board‑feet of local timber.
- Specializes in engineered wood systems across design, manufacturing, procurement, and on‑site installation.
- Operates coast‑to‑coast U.S. fabrication hubs with advanced CNC automation and regional supply chains.
- Imagine Create Deliver
- Removing Pinch Points
- Low Carbon | High Impact
- A Deep Bench
- Commitment. Connection. Consistency.
- Passionate, knowledgeable, highly skilled, and all‑in
125% Carbon Saving
Sourcing Efficiency
Source of wood within 600 miles for PDX resulted in a significant reduction in carbon emissions compared to steel or concrete alternatives.
6 Million Board Feet
Lumber Drying Capacity
Annual lumber drying capacity at the Swisshome facility, supporting sustainable construction practices.
100,000 m³
CLT Production
Annual production capacity of the Millersburg CLT plant, contributing to low-carbon construction materials.
100 Jobs
Green Employment
New living-wage jobs created through the expansion of CLT and glulam production facilities.
- Committed to responsible wood sourcing with chain-of-custody certification (FSC®, SFI®, PEFC)
- Intentional sourcing: 3.7 million board feet for PDX sourced within 600 miles
- Will dry over 6 million board feet of lumber in Swisshome in 2025
- Opening Millersburg CLT plant in 2026
- Spinning up Philomath sawmill production in 2027 to support glulam and CLT
- CLT facility to produce 7–9 million sq ft annually
- Prioritizes low-carbon, high-impact building and community investment
- Foster integrity, honesty, mindfulness; work environment that supports healthy decisions.
- Advocate for, include, challenge, mentor and promote one another.
- No gender‑ratio or numeric statistics publicly disclosed.
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