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In addition, this role provides exposure to the consulting environment and project delivery process. Under the direction of senior staff, the engineer may assist in project coordination and internal project management activities to develop an understanding of how technical work is planned, executed, and delivered within the consulting practice.

 

Essential Responsibilities & Duties 

• Provide engineering support on a variety of projects, including building superstructures and foundation design, bridges, excavation support design, dams and spillways, specialty foundation design, traditional structural engineering, and forensic engineering.  
• Support evaluation and design efforts for structural steel, reinforced concrete, timber, dams, excavation support systems, foundations, and other above and below grade structures.  
• Assist with feasibility studies and other technical analysis to evaluate various structural systems, construction methods, foundation options, excavation support systems, etc.  
• Use geotechnical and structural software to perform various analyses ranging from limit-state-equilibrium analyses to two- and three-dimensional finite element analyses.  
• Perform non-destructive testing, instrument installation to monitor building movement and construction activities.   

Minimum Qualifications 

• B.S. or M.S. in Structural Engineering from an accredited college.  
• 0-5 years of Structural Engineering experience. 
• Must have passed the FE exam 
• Possess or have ability to obtain professional registrations. 
• Coursework must include steel design, concrete design, soil mechanics, and foundation design. 
• Familiarity with analysis and design software preferred (ENERCALC, Mathcad, SAP2000, STAAD, RISA, etc.)  
• Familiarity with drafting software preferred (Revit, Civil3D or Microstation). 
• Ability to work in a team environment and meet deadlines.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to work in the field as needed.  
• Willingness to work in the field and in inclement weather.  
• Must be willing to travel on temporary assignments as necessary, including field assignments. 

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Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.  

 

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.  

 

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.

 

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As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here.

 

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