Structural Engineer Ii

Dennis Group Structural Engineers ensure structures are durable and safe for our industrial projects that involve designing and building food and beverage process facilities. Our structural engineers have strong technical, analytical, design, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. The role is key in the design, permitting, and providing expertise in strength, stability, and stresses for various structures of our construction of new processing facilities and alterations to existing facilities. Members of our structural department have responsibilities that include, but notbelimited to:ResponsibilitiesWork within a team for complex projects or independently for simple projectsCollaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptions in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments.Applying extensive and diverse knowledge of principles and practices for a wide range of materials and construction techniques.Performing hand calculations and creating computer analysis models for structural design tasks.Determine the correct building codeLocate any local or site-specific amendments to the building codeDocument gravity design loads, wind design loads, and seismic design loadsWork with and design common structural framing systems (steel, composite steel, joists)Work with and design common & Uncommon foundations systems (Spread footings, drilled piers)Work with and design common façade systems (IMP, precast, masonry)Work with and design common lateral systems (Shear walls, braced frames, moment frames)Layout preliminary column gridEstimate foundation types & sizes and preliminary steel sizesCoordinating structural work with other disciplinesReview geotechnical reportsDeign mat slabs for process tanks, vessels, and silosDesign pipe bridgesPerform take offs from structural plansCreate preliminary budget packagesPrepare RFP for sub-consultantsStructure RFQsContact potential bidders for preliminary budget estimatesReview complex submittals, respond to RFIsSmall-scale project primary client technical contactField measure existing structures to gather necessary informationDrafting sketches, contract drawings, and specifications using AutoCAD.Reviewing project documentation for conformity and quality assurance.Reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and calculationsEstimating construction costs with quantity take offs and historic costsConducting field inspections & condition assessments and prepare reportsResearchingstructural engineering materials and best practicesSupporting talent growth within our organizationProvide coaching and/or mentoring to a subordinate group when directed by supervisor.Required Education Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering4-7 years of relevant structural experience (industrial and commercial building structure) or schooling4-7 years of experience performing calculations, creating analysis models for structural designs4-7 years of experience in structural and concrete drafting sketches, contract drawings, and specifications using AutoCAD and RevitRAM Structural system and RAM Elements knowledge or experience is a plusEIT or Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseDetailed planning and organization skills.Experience with structural analysis softwareAbility to travel to project sites as needed (15 days a year)Physical RequirementsProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.Travel RequirementAbility to travel to project sites as needed (15 days a year)About UsWe plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics
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