Engineering Assistant Jobs in Decatur, AL (NOW HIRING)

Location: Birmingham, AL | Huntsville, AL | Nashville, TN | Salt Lake City, UT | Idaho Falls, ID
Title: Project Engineer, Structural
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Government Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret or Higher U.S. Government Clearance.

At LBYD Federal, Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness, is the motto that we put into action every day.

We perform high quality engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, with our employees being our greatest asset. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects for a wide variety of federal clients nationwide. LBYD Federal prides ourselves in being responsive to our clients and partners by empowering you to make decisions and build trust on the front lines.

We provide exceptional opportunities for you to develop and grow your career through education, training, certifications, work assignments, and advancement. We also strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing exceptional growth opportunities across affiliated business lines including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities.

LBYD Federal has a highly competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching and medical, dental, and life insurance options. We have a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a health & wellness program, and an employee service awards program to enhance your experience and job satisfaction. Additionally, we support the communities where we live and work by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local organizations. LBYD Federal is a diverse, veteran-friendly firm that provides the right environment for leaders and results-oriented professionals to thrive. Come join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE:

Ensure timely delivery of high-quality structural design services for internal and external clients in a multi-disciplinary architect-engineer environment with emphasis on Federal contracts. Interact effectively with all members of the project delivery team including architects, engineers, subconsultants, construction contractors, and clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and perform structural design for Design-Bid-Build (DBB) and Design-Build (DB) projects, and proposals in response to Request For Proposal (RFP) documents.
• Perform structural load analysis and design of steel, concrete, concrete masonry, and timber features including foundations, columns, beams, joists, walls, shear walls, decks, bracing, supports, gates, and various specialty structures.
• Prepare structural design deliverables including survey reports, planning reports, study / feasibility reports, basis of design, plans, specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and design-build RFPs.
• Sign and seal final structural design deliverables as required.
• Ensure design deliverables are developed in accordance with the contract and have been properly coordinated.
• Perform design for multiple projects simultaneously, completed on time, within budget and in accordance with contract scope.
• Perform construction phase services as required by contract including site visits, inspection reports, response to RFIs, and review of shop drawings, material submittals, and construction modification documents.
• Observe LBYD Federal's Core Competencies:
• Customer Focus - Be highly responsive and focused on client needs.
• Quality Perform high-quality work, on-time and on-budget work.
• Efficiency Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and effectively.
• Safety - Prioritize safety and adhere to safety policies.
• Processes and Procedures Maintain the highest standards of ethics, integrity, quality, transparency, and risk management.
• Enterprise Mindset Promote teamwork, cooperation and camaraderie.

Additional duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage small projects to gain experience in project management and structural specification writing.
• Lead, mentor, check, and act as a technical resource to more junior Design Engineers.
• Assist the Project Manager with client interaction, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management.
• Cooperate with construction partners to overcome day to day challenges that arise in the field, doing so promptly and with a can do attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering (Structural emphasis).
• Minimum of 6 years of design experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE).

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate, both verbally and written, with internal design team members and external stakeholders.
• Thorough understanding of project delivery processes and structural engineering design
• Proficiency with structural design software, including Ram Structural System, STAAD, Enercalc, and Tekla.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Design Criteria (e.g., Unified Facilities Criteria).
• Demonstrated knowledge of UFGS (e.g., Unified Facilities Guide Specifications) and SpecsIntact specifications.
• Demonstrated experience in compiling and responding to Federal solicitations.
• Working knowledge of Revit BIM modeling is a plus.
• Ability to perform protective design for anti-terrorism / force protection, including progressive collapse design, is a plus.
• Ability to perform seismic analysis and design is a plus.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret or Higher U.S. Government Clearance.
• Must be willing and able to travel to job sites, occasionally requiring multiple days on site. Estimated travel is up to 20%.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally. Required sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Up to 80% of time in an office environment with up to 20% of time spent on travel to client sites. Office locations for this requirement are in Birmingham, AL; Huntsville, AL; Nashville, TN; Idaho Falls, ID; or Salt Lake City, UT.

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.