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Our Boston office is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to work in our Structural Engineering team within a growing multidisciplinary team engaged in the design of a variety of building projects, across a number of geographies.
Boston Projects:
• UMass Boston Science Demolition and Quadrangle Redevelopment
• Institute of Contemporary Art Expansion
• Harvard University Science Center Expansion and Retrofits, Smith Campus Center Renovation
• MBTA Greenline Extension
• Echelman Greenway Sculpture - "As if it were already here"
• City of Cambridge Municipal Buildings - historic preservation and maintenance/retrofits
• Bruce Bolling Building - Boston School Administration headquarters
• MASS MoCA Building 6 Renovation and campus maintenance/retrofits
The Opportunity:
• Analyze and design structural elements and systems for steel, concrete, timber and masonry buildings in accordance with building code and design standards.
• Perform lateral analyses of structure for seismic and wind loading.
• Prepare and review drawings detailing the systems designed.
• Complete design calculations for structural systems for permit submittals.
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and with architectural teams and contractors.
• Review submittals prepared by contractors and respond to requests for information, perform construction site visits to observe the progress of construction.
• Communicate our structural engineering designs to our clients and other stakeholders.
• Projects types will span of mix of new build and retrofits of existing structures
Is this role right for you?
• Master's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering with a sound knowledge of structural engineering fundamentals as they relate to building systems.
• 7+ years related experience in structural design and engineering.
• Interest and experience in structural repairs and renovations a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of general analysis and design software (ETABS, SAP, Ram Structural System etc.)
• Ability to utilize Revit and coordinate with BIM production staff
• Collaboration demands strong communication skills and excellent planning and organizational abilities, which are vital for our fast-paced setting.
• Must be highly motivated, proactive and willing to tackle new challenges.
• PE license required
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Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Boston Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Boston is $115,000 to $140,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Boston will differ.
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Our Application Process
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
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