Location : Birmingham Alabama Huntsville Alabama
Title : Structural Design Engineer
Schedule (FT / PT) : Regular Full Time
Travel Required : Yes (0-25%)
Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Large Firm Expertise Small Firm Responsiveness has become a staple across our company and is present in the work we do on a daily basis. Service is at the heart of our culture; consistently exceeding expectations allows us to build lasting relationships with our clients and our employees. Driven by our core values of Integrity Responsiveness Exceptional Service and a Can Do Attitude we approach our roles within all projects with professionalism and a team mentality. Dedicated to these values we take pride and ownership in every project and have created a culture that is well defined and unique.
LBYD was founded in 1973 with the incorporation of E. Glenn Bishop & 1978 with the merger of the structural engineering firm Lane & Hodnett Structural Engineers the firm became Lane / Bishop / Hodnett 1987 the firm became LaneBishopYorkDelahay Inc. which is known today as LBYD 2001 LBYD began offering civil engineering services. With the addition of the civil department and the continued commitment of our structural department LBYD has experienced growth at a phenomenal rate. We continue to pursue growth opportunities evidenced by opening more branch offices throughout the Southeast region.
Position Purpose
The Design Engineer (DE) is an entry-level engineering position. The Design Engineer works in a collaborative team environment under the supervision of senior engineers. The Design Engineer performs routine engineering assignments requiring knowledge and application of basic engineering principles to complete project requirements. They are assigned specific tasks on a project and are expected to use their education intelligence and critical thinking to perform job responsibilities. The DE will learn the different aspects of a project and learn how to complete tasks required to assemble a set of plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Perform structural design calculations interpreting building codes
* Document all project communications
* Instruct BIM Modelers how to turn designs into completed structural drawings
* Assist in structural engineering evaluations reports analyses and designs for existing and new facilities and other related opportunities
* Participate in site visits
* Review contractor submittals
* Review shop drawing submittals and request for information
* Research and identify governing criteria codes guides and best practices
* Work under the supervision of project managers senior structural designers and other senior-level team members
* May be asked to travel to out-of-town / state assignments
* Work alongside functional departments to fulfill corporate needs
* Adheres to LBYD Corporate Values
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Other responsibilities as required
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
* Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering w / Structural Focus or related undergraduate degree.
* 0-2 years experience
Skills and Abilities
Preferred Technical Skills
* Basic understanding of Revit
* Proficient use of Engineering Design Software
* Basic knowledge of engineering design principles and methods
* Basic knowledge of construction and constructability practices and principles
Preferred Non-Technical Skills
* Listening and following directions
* Self-motivated and process-driven
* Critical thinking
* Communicates well
* Can Do Attitude
* Ability to adapt to changes
Special Requirements
Required to have passed or is preparing to take the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
Preferred Qualifications
FE License
Physical Demands
Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time
Working Environment
Indoors at desk.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.
Key Skills
Stress Analysis,Structural Design,Structural Engineering,Structural Steel,Mathcad,Engineering designs,Aerospace,CAD,Construction Documents,Autocad,Engineering Drawings,Structural Analysis,Layouts,Catia,ANSYs
Employment Type : Unclear
Department / Functional Area : Engineering
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
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