SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Description

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and review of work produced by junior and mid-level structural engineers and designers to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with codes and standards.
• Conduct field investigations and site visits to assess existing structures, evaluate construction progress, and verify compliance with design documents.
• Work involves extensive use of computers, digital communication tools, and design software in an open or hybrid office environment.
• Oversee the preparation of structural construction documents using Revit and/or AutoCAD, ensuring thorough coordination with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical teams.
• Promote and maintain a culture of safety by working in a safe manner at all times and promptly reporting all health and safety incidents or concerns.
• Lead the design and analysis of building structural systems, including conceptual development, detailed calculations, system sizing, material selection, and preparation of design specifications and technical reports.
• Execute work in accordance with internal quality procedures, applicable codes, legislation, and industry standards to ensure project compliance and technical excellence.
• This role requires frequent interaction with project teams, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders through in-person meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for structural engineering within project teams; participate in client meetings, respond to RFIs and submittals, and resolve design and construction issues in a professional and timely manner.

Requirements

• Ability to travel to and from project sites, client meetings, and other offices as required.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, attending meetings, or preparing design documentation.
• Visual acuity to review detailed drawings, specifications, and computer screens for extended periods.
• This position is considered hybrid, with a 40% office presence, 30% site visits and/or client meetings, and 30% remote presence (ability to work from a home location). This arrangement is subject to review and may change based on project need or at the company’s discretion.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, printers, and other office equipment.
• Work at project sites may involve exposure to active construction environments, including noise, dust, varying temperatures, and weather conditions.
• Active and clear driver’s license, including a successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle history check.
• Capacity to use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and steel-toed boots when required.
• Professional Engineering License in New York State.
• The position requires adaptability to shifting project priorities, client expectations, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials, drawings, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering (or related degree) with 10+ years of structural experience, or associate’s degree with 15+ years of structural experience or related work experience.
• Physical capability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and navigate uneven terrain, active construction sites, and partially completed structures.
• Proficiency in Revit, and good knowledge of industry software, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Periodic travel to construction sites, client offices, and off-site meetings is required.
• Tolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and dust during site visits.
• Ability to clearly communicate through speech, hearing, and written correspondence in person, virtually, and via telephone.
• Experience working on K-12 school projects and/or in an Engineering/Architectural Consulting firm.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Actively pursue continuous learning opportunities to maintain a high degree of technical knowledge and professional competency in structural engineering.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting with a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere.
• $95,000 - $115,000. Please note that this range reflects the pay scale that Tetra Tech reasonably expects to pay for the role. The salary will also depend on various factors, such as job duties and requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
• This is a full-time, regular position, with typically standard working hours between 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. However, this position may require occasional extended hours to meet project milestones, deadlines, or client needs.

Training + Development

Interview process

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