Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Firm Background

Founded in Portland, Oregon in 1990, Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc. (HHPR) is a firm of engineers, planners, landscape architects, surveyors, and natural resources scientists who provide integrated services for transportation, utility, and water infrastructure; public/private site development, and recreational parks and trails facilities. 

With a staff of 115, we serve clients across Oregon and southwestern Washington from our offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Bend, and Vancouver.

We Offer:

Our culture is one of dedicated individuals who take our clients’ needs seriously while having fun. We support our teammates’ aspirations and provide the opportunity to achieve professional and personal goals. We are respectful of individuals’ personal lives and strive for an efficient and effective work life balance. It is because of this our employees have distinguished us with both national and regional awards for one of the Best Firms to Work For .

What We Are Seeking:

An experienced Structural Engineer  for our Portland, Oregon  office with 5+ years of relevant experience; 10+ years preferred .  The position's level of responsibility will vary based on the successful candidate's experience, qualifications, and capabilities demonstrated.  

Responsibilities:

• Perform engineer-of-record design computations and code checks and develop contract plans and documents for structural projects, including light-framed wood, heavy timber, structural steel, concrete, and masonry, in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Perform and prepare structural calculations and support documentation for submittal to permitting agencies.
• Perform feasibility studies, structural layouts, and analysis, and provide input on the selection of appropriate and cost-effective structural systems.
• Participate in structural QA/QC and based on experience, provide technical review and guidance to other team members.
• Assist with and, for more experienced candidates, lead the development of project scopes, proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate structural engineering work with clients, architects, contractors, other disciplines, agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, understand client needs, and contribute to identifying and pursuing opportunities for additional work.
• Provide oversight and resolution of structural issues during the construction phase.
• Manage or coordinate detailed phases of engineering work and based on experience, assume responsibility for overall project delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff, as appropriate based on experience.

Education, Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a structural emphasis preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant structural engineering experience, 10+ years preferred.
• Professional engineering license required.
• Structural engineering (se) license preferred. 
• Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards 
• Proficiency with structural design and analysis software; experience with AutoCAD and Revit desirable. 
• Experience managing structural projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and working directly with clients commensurate with level of experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly describe observations and convey information through sketches, calculations, reports and other technical documentation.

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits which include:

• Generous employer paid 401(k) contributions, requiring no match to receive
• 100% company paid premiums for health, dental, vision and alternative care for employee and dependents
• Company paid long term disability and life insurance 
• Paid vacation, sick and holiday time
• Supplemental insurance benefits
• Wellness and fitness benefits
• Public transportation reimbursement
• Company paid professional license and association fees
• Employee engagement, celebrations, and events throughout the year
• Opportunity for company stock ownership

Interested?

Please submit Resume and Cover Letter.

HHPR   is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiters, please note:   We are not accepting agency submissions for this role. Direct applicants only.

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