Structural Engineer – Building Structures

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITIO

Structural Engineer – Building Structures | Hybrid

Our New York office is expanding its structures team. In this position, you would serve an important role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of new building structures and existing building renovation, with a current focus on transportation-related buildings such as rail and transit stations, parking facilities, and highway and railroad overbuilds. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and fun environment. The position includes significant opportunities for personal and professional development and growth within VHB’s emerging building design practice in New York and New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Supports, develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for transportation related building structures
• Project scoping and development
• Mentors team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc. Provides technical oversight and review of structural designs.
• Assists with project budgets and schedules
• Assists with proposals and presentations for rail/transit pursuits

Skills & Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural engineering
• Must possess strong technical skills with knowledge of various building structural systems and codes
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
• Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
• Robust technical and critical thinking skills
• Strong project management skills
• Proactive and self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and quality
• Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of staff working remotely
• Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility
• Motivated to mentor junior staff
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in the use of structural engineering and BIM software such as STAAD.pro, RISA 3D, PCA Design Software, RAM Steel, Tekla, MathCAD, Revit, Microstation, and AutoCAD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required, master’s degree preferred (may substitute for 1-2 years of experience)
• Minimum 5-8 years of structural engineering experience required
• Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) required, SE a strong plus
• Experience with renovations and new construction preferred
• Experience working on projects owned and operated by transit agencies such as MTA, Amtrak, and/or NJ Transit
• NYCT station experience preferred
• Familiarity with Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build project delivery
• OSHA 30 Construction certification preferred

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $110,000-135,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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