Job Description:

General Summary:

The Senior Structural Engineer, with limited supervision from the Manager of Structural Engineering, will provide the technical, organizational and communication skills to produce well-designed and coordinated construction documents for structural systems.

Essential Job Functions:

Review and/or establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager and/or clientPerform as project lead engineer for larger projects, managing the production effort of staff assigned to the project in terms of quality, budget, and scheduleKeep current with latest code publications and apply in everyday analysis as applicable. Ability to seamlessly apply minimum code requirements to construction documents and specifications.Apply loading on structures, including wind and seismic forces, and convey forces and required detailing on drawings.Produce innovative design solutions and give valuable engineering judgment when applicableCommunicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents with a basic understanding of Architectural details and MEP requirementsMaintain project files containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference material, and other itemsCommunicate scope changes to the Manager of Structural Engineering and Project ManagerMentor less experienced engineersUse available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checks. Backcheck others work and verify models are being correctly produced.Performs related duties as assigned

Employment Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferredProfessional Registration; S.E. preferred

Experience

12-15 years of related experience in the structural engineering fieldSolid CMU design knowledgeWood experience a plus.

Skills/Competencies:

Analysis: Risa, RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 preferredDrafting: Revit, Bluebeam

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects.

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We provide flexible work environments allowing team members a schedule that benefits them, whether it is fully remote, hybrid or an in-office experience. 

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:

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