Structural Project Engineer

Project Engineer II – Design DivisionAs a Project Engineer II in our Design Division, you will be the key consulting engineer for residential and commercial construction clients. You will conduct as-built inspections, design structural modifications and new structures, and effectively communicate structural design principles to clients with varying levels of construction knowledge.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerform comprehensive structural design work for new wood, concrete, masonry, and steel structures.Develop detailed structural load path connection designs for gravity and lateral bracing systems.Manage real-time client consultations, addressing questions and providing clear, actionable insights.Support ongoing projects by analyzing construction alternatives, responding to RFIs, and communicating options to contractors.Resolve miscommunications regarding work products promptly and effectively.Accurately estimate engineering fees for new projects.Continuously enhance design materials, spreadsheets, and standard language to boost team productivity.Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring all division work is completed efficiently.Demonstrate excellent time management and project management skills to meet client expectations.Perform all technical duties associated with the Project Engineer I role.Undertake additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.Education & Skills RequirementsBachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.Minimum of 1 year of related experience.North Carolina Engineering Intern (EI) Certification.Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting building codes, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.Strong report writing and business correspondence skills.Effective presentation and communication skills for diverse audiences, including managers, clients, customers, and the public.Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Capability to interpret technical instructions and manage abstract and concrete variables.Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, drafting (AutoCAD or similar), structural calculation (Enercalc and RetainPro or similar), and structural modeling software (RISA 2D/3D or similar).Work EnvironmentEligible for a hybrid onsite work arrangement.Physical DemandsRegularly required to sit and use hands for various tasks.Frequently required to communicate effectively.Occasionally required to stand, walk, reach, and perform physical tasks such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally.Specific vision abilities include close vision.Site visits and fieldwork may require crawling through confined spaces and climbing through unfinished attics.