Structural Engineer-NCORR

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

Summit Design and Engineering Services is seeking a Structural Engineer with 5+ years of experience in building structural design (NC PE Preferred). The candidate chosen for this position will be part of two-person field assessment and design team to assess structural feasibility of residential elevations under FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. This will be a contract position lasting at least 3 months but could continue beyond that based on need. Opportunity to work from of our Raleigh or Wilmington offices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs designs and analyses on projects under the direction of a licensed structural engineer (if not licensed)
• Prepares technical reports and specifications
• Performs calculations
• Performs field work, including observing and documenting existing conditions and taking measurements in a variety of environments
• Prepares plans and details for residential structural foundations and framing
• Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specification and construction and safety standards

Qualifications:

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering
• PE Preferred
• 5+ years of experience
• High level of proficiency with Building Structural Engineering AutoCAD and REVIT software
• Strong knowledge of mechanics of materials, in timber desired
• Knowledge of building codes
• Ability to read and interpret structural calculations and construction drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to adhere to all deadlines, budgets and contractual obligations
• Ability to collaborate
• Ability sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to drive, visit job sites and walk on rough and uneven terrain, climb and balance (on a ladder), and enter a crawlspace as needed

Company Overview

Operating as Summit since 2004, we are a compact engineering and design firm structured to adapt quickly and offer clients the most current technology, innovative design solutions and comprehensive project management for turn-key delivery. We know that one size rarely fits all. That's why we look at the individual needs of every project and match it with our proven technical expertise and experience. We are headquartered in Hillsborough, North Carolina, with offices in Raleigh, Asheville, Fayetteville, Pittsboro, Indian Trail, and Wilmington. Summit also has offices in Richmond, Franklin and South Boston, Virginia. For the past six years we have been named one of the fastest growing companies in the Research Triangle area. TalentDesk has named us one of the best companies to work for in 2019.

Why Work for Summit?

We foster a caring and collaborative work environment that also encourages commitment to the communities that we serve, our employees and clients will succeed together. We strive to be integral to the success of the communities we build. We maintain a close-knit team culture where we measure our success by the success of our people and clients. We can help you take your career to the next level!

Criminal and driving background will be performed and must be in good standing. Summit Design and Engineering is an Equal opportunity employer/affirmative action. E-verify

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