Structural Engineer

Job Description

At AFRY our Structural Engineers are responsible for the structural design for new structures as well as existing structural upgrades. Our engineers design unique and challenging projects, and perform investigations to make expert recommendations to clients for various purposes. Activities include site investigations, structural engineering and drafting for both front end planning and the detailed engineering phase for multi-discipline projects.

As a Senior Level Structural Engineer you will have Discipline Lead responsibilities as part of multi-discipline project teams. As the Lead Engineer you will be responsible for leading a team of engineers and designers to develop and design the structural portion of projects, make design recommendations and decisions, and oversee the completion and quality of construction drawings, specifications, reports, and other project documentation.

Responsibilities:

Perform as project lead engineer for small and larger projects with little oversight, managing the production effort of staff assigned to the project in terms of quality, budget, and schedule, overseeing the work throughout various project stages - from conceptual, feasibility, and detailed design through construction.

Assist as required in the preparation of proposals and marketing materials through definition and write-ups of project scope and activities on past projects.

Establish project scope, structural budgets, and design approach.

Meet with client personnel to assist in preliminary planning and identifying design concepts.

Work with clients and professional counterparts to ensure projects are delivered on-time, within budget, meeting, and/or exceeding client expectations.

Responsible for the design of structural systems and components for a variety of commercial and industrial facility types; ensuring the designs conform to recognized codes and standards, as well as client requirements.

Duties will include structural engineering, structural details, analysis and design, and writing technical and study reports.

Direct or participate in planning, designing, or reviewing plans, working closely with mechanical, process, electrical, architectural, and civil disciplines to deliver successful projects.

Leading and mentoring subordinate staff.

Visits to project sites to collect data and to observe construction progress.