Structural Engineer

Job Details

Springfield HQ - Springfield, TN

The primary role of the Structural Engineer is to conduct an in-depth structural analysis of material handling storage systems, including analyzing second order structural stability, connection design, and selecting adequate components to ensure a safe, code compliant design. The Structural Engineer will collaborate and lead discussions with both customer-facing individuals and manufacturing personnel to provide a complete storage system that meets all needs for all parties. The Structural Engineer should have a thorough understanding of steel structural design fundamentals (preferred both cold-formed and structural steels), building code requirements, effective communication skills, and strong organizational skills.

- Preparing structural calculations for existing and new storage systems

- Reviewing detailed drawing sets for completeness and correctness

- Maintaining a detailed record for assigned project tasks

- Leading discussions with clients and other personnel to define project scopes, progress, and resolution

- Assists in department discussions and decisions on engineering problems, best practices, and procedures

- Acting in Responsible Charge of projects including, but not limited to, the sealing of drawings/calculations/letters

- Maintaining continuous professional education within a Civil/Structural Engineering discipline

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Effective verbal and written communication skills for leading discussions

- A strong sense of professional and ethical responsibility

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

- Extensive knowledge of structural engineering principles and practices

- Thorough understanding of AISC 360, ASCE 7, and IBC required. Additional code familiarities preferred

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, RISA3D, and Microsoft Office Suite or related software preferred

Education And/or Licensure

- Bachelor’s Degree from ABET accredited school in Civil/Structural or Mechanical Engineering (Required), which qualifies for licensure in the state of practice

- Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer Licensure required (P.E. / S.E.)

Physical Requirements

- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

- Valid driver’s licensure due to job site travel and walking for long periods of time