Job Description
Job Description
Design Engineer I Job Description
Design Engineer I is a technical staff position for individuals that typically possess between zero and three years of experience within a consulting structural engineering firm or similar. This is primarily a task-oriented position. Tasks are administered individually by a Supervisor, typically by Project Managers and occasionally by Project Engineers. Tasks are reviewed by a Supervisor while the task is both in-progress and complete. A Design Engineer’s performance is judged primarily on the accuracy and consistency of results as well as the level of independence with which those results were achieved.
Duties and Responsibilities
Generation of 3-D Building Information Models (BIM) and 3-D Structural Analysis and Design Models utilizing advanced software programs
Computer-aided and hand-calculated structural analysis, design, and detailing of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber systemsIntroductory structural design coordination with other design professionals including Architects and Engineers of various disciplinesIntroductory preparation of Construction Documents within the Autodesk REVIT environmentReview of structural submittals and basic RFI’sConstruction Observation and Special Inspections on Jezerinac Group and other projectsDeliverablesProduction of complete and accurately modeled BIM and structural analysis and design models
Production of accurate and orderly-kept calculationsProduction of accurately extracted structural plans and details per JG drawing presentation standards for review supervisor.Production of Field Observation, Inspection, and Investigative Reports per JG reporting standards for review by supervisor.Project ManagementRegularly discuss allotted time per task with Project Manager
Knowledge Required
TechnicalModel Building Codes, i.e., FBC and IBC
Design Standards, i.e., ASCE-7Material Codes and Design Standards, i.e., ACI-318 and AISC Manuals of Steel ConstructionJG design, BIM modeling, and drawing presentation standards, where applicableSoftware user manuals, i.e., Autodesk REVIT, RAM SS, RAM Concept, EnercalcUnderstanding of statics, mechanics of materials, and traditional and matrix structural analysis – exercise general critical thinking skills consistent with such understandingUnderstanding of steel, concrete, masonry, and timber design methodologyField observation and inspection techniquesWork Quality
Produces logical and accurate results backed by organized and clearly presented structural calculations that are easy for supervisors to understandFollows JG design, BIM modeling, and drawing presentation standards, where applicableUses proper grammar within written and verbal communicationProduction of neat, accurate, and graphically pleasing documentation including reportsSchedules timely in-house task / project quality reviews of his / her work and follows through on review commentsTime Management / Efficiency / Self-Motivation
Sets goals throughout day for the completion of individual tasksSeeks collaboration with supervisor in determination of allotted time per task and produces work in allotted time periodWorks to simplify analysis, design, and drawing presentationCompletes tasks on time and only once. Spends little time correcting design errors or incomplete or erroneous documentsLogs time accurately on a daily basis per Project Manager’s contractual agreementsVoluntarily seeks job knowledge outside of office hours including reading of textbooks, codes, material specifications, software manuals, and industry trade publications.Communication and Teamwork
Speaks clearly and efficiently to colleagues, supervisors, clients, and other industry professionals using accurate technical terminologyWrites grammatically correct, efficient, and technically accurate reports, emails, or other inquiriesWorks collaboratively with others, openly and thoroughly sharing information with othersLeadership and Culture
Reaches out to instruct others when their technical acumen on a subject is greater than his / her colleague’sDisplays an enthusiastic and positive attitude, treats co-workers with respect, works to resolve disputes - not promote them, and arouses enthusiasm in others and promotes their developmentIs an internal champion of JG by setting positive examples for other employees; andProvides management with constructive suggestions on ways to make JG a better company and a better place to workFirm Promotion
Conducts his or herself in a professional manner with all industry contactsProvides helpful consultation and recommendations to project team membersCommunicates accurately through verbal, electronic, and written channelsAlways Promotes JG and their servicesResponds to client and project concerns and needs in a professional and timely mannerSeeks and presents additional opportunities for JG through current and past industry contacts