Structural Graduate Engineer

Overview

Structrual Graduate Engneer

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Structural Graduate Engineer to join our team in our Fort Worth, TX office.

Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

As part of our team, you will have an opportunity to shape local and regional infrastructure within the community you live.

Candidates must have a willingness to perform a variety of structural engineering tasks supporting various project types and project managers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer, performs structural engineering design and project coordination tasks.

Duties and level of responsibility on tasks will vary based on experience level but will include :

• Design of various structural elements (bridges, retaining walls, and other miscellaneous structures) on infrastructure and private development projects
• Manage and develop plans and models using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Geopak, MicroStation OpenRoads Designer
• Prepare detailed design calculations and construction drawings for bridges, retaining walls, and other miscellaneous structures
• Identification of and adherence to governing codes for structural design of various elements
• Prepare construction cost estimates / quantity takeoffs
• Field reviews and construction inspections
• Creation and submission of technical reports, presentations, exhibits and design calculations
• Perform engineering calculations / analyses
• Coordinate with government entities, utility service providers and subconsultants
• Manage task assignments for budget and schedule adherence
• Review and approves project submittals, RFIs and supports field activities during construction.
• Provide professional and technical support to multiple Westwood projects.
• Day-to-day support and input to internal and external Project Managers.

Required Skills

• Outgoing, friendly, approachable
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Strong attention to details
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details.
• Ability to identify and develop solutions to complex problems or seek guidance from more experienced engineers
• Competent technical skills required to complete engineering tasks on schedule
• Able to proactively pursue design solutions
• Good reputation amongst peers, clients, and agencies
• Follow general directions and guidelines for the firm’s policies, practices, and procedures
• A supportive team member with the ability to work both independently and within a collaborative environment
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet project deadlines

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil / structural engineering from an ABET accredited college.
• Master’s degree in structural engineering (Highly Preferred)
• 0-4 years of relevant experience in structural engineering design
• EIT / FE certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year is preferred.
• Familiar with applicable codes and standards (AASHTO LRFD, AISC 360, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 7).
• TxDOT familiarity and experience is a plus
• Strong all-around theoretical knowledge of structural engineering principles
• Ability to apply structural engineering principles to design of various elements
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, a must.
• Familiarity with structural engineering software, such as Mathcad, STAAD, RISA, LPile, Midas, Sofistik, Leap Bridge Concrete, and SPcolumn
• AutoCAD and MicroStation drafting experience a plus.
• Effective verbal communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own and others’ work.
• Ability to use sound engineering judgment.
• Minimal travel possible.
30+ days ago