Civil Structural Engineer

Description

Who We Are 

At OAC, we do what we love in the service of people who love what we do. This means that we have many different disciplines with one common goal: to serve our clients and communities as trusted partners while focusing on how design and construction can improve all aspects of the built environment. To accomplish this, we focus on hiring professionals who are experts in their fields, inspire others, enjoy sharing knowledge, and see collaboration as not only an asset, but a necessity. If you are passionate about your work and would like to work in a positive, energized environment, then you’ll find a home with us!

Who You Are

Are you a passionate Civil Structural Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact? Join our dynamic team and play a key role in shaping the future of building design and structural innovation! In this role, you’ll dive into a mix of building enclosure and energy compliance consulting for both new and existing structures while also tackling structural repair and retrofit designs. You'll collaborate with talented architects, consultants, and industry experts, bringing your technical expertise to the forefront. Working closely with leadership, you’ll help develop innovative solutions and strategies that drive success. From managing project timelines and budgets to ensuring seamless execution and client satisfaction, you’ll have the opportunity to lead projects with confidence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love problem-solving, and are eager to push the boundaries of engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

Produce design of building enclosure systems for new construction and existing buildings (30%)

• Generate standalone set of CAD drawings of building enclosure systems
• Oversee and provide guidance for drafters
• Interface with clients to discuss project goals and needs
• Conduct site visit to document as-built geometries
• Research and specify materials and respond to city review comments
• Review and respond to submittals and RFIs during construction

Provide guidance on building enclosure related energy compliance (20%)

• Perform calculations to demonstrate compliance with WSEC and SEC
• Review architectural and BE drawings and provide comments regarding compliance
• Generate energy compliance forms and supporting calculations

Assist structural repair/retrofit investigations and design (20%)

• Conduct site investigations to document existing conditions
• Coordinate logistics of site visit with contractor, clients, and other experts as necessary
• Perform analysis (code compliance, structural calculations, modeling etc.)
• Generate written report outlining observations and recommendations
• Generate repair drawing set

Research writing and presentations (20%)

• Conduct interviews, review past research, and collect new data through testing or modeling
• Generate written report for publication
• Present research to public audience
• Identify opportunities and coordinate logistics with publications and presentations

Investigate and opine on failures (10%)

• Conduct site investigations to document existing conditions
• Coordinate logistics of site visit with contractor, clients, and other experts as necessary
• Perform analysis (code compliance, modeling etc.)
• Generate written report outlining observations and recommendations
• Generate written scope of repair

May include other duties, as assigned. 

Requirements

 Required Skills/Competencies

• Flexibility and strong prioritization skills, with ability to work in a matrixed environment responding to multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to listen, understand, respond, and communicate complex information effectively with varying audiences.
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management.
• A team-oriented approach and the ability to work with different personalities and professional styles under pressure.
• Detail oriented with an emphasis on accuracy and quality. 
• Ability to work effectively in both self-directed and collaborative environments.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project (or other scheduling software).

Education, Experience, Licensure, and Certifications:

• 3+ years of experience in building enclosure, architecture, construction or related field
• BS in Constructio