Structural Engineer LBYD Federal

Location : Wilmington, North Carolina

Title : Structural Engineer

Schedule (FT / PT) : Regular Full Time

Travel Required : Yes (0-25%)

Government Clearance : Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsive”, is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high quality designs in a fun, supportive and exciting atmosphere, we recognize our employees are our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers, working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success. We maintain our responsiveness to clients and partners by allowing our employees the autonomy to achieve success.

Along with a competitive benefits package and 401(k) matching, we strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing our employees endless growth opportunities. Unique opportunities such as a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a wellness program, celebrating our employees time with us through our employee service awards program, and many others meant to enhance the employee experience ultimately led to high employee satisfaction. Additionally, we strive to support the communities we live, work, and enjoy by taking part in community fundraisers, and volunteering through local and national organizations.

We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity and diversity, creating a workplace we feel everyone can achieve success. We take pride in the impact our employees make as leaders, no matter the level within the organization. You will be connected with like-minded, high achieving individuals upon joining our organization leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world.

POSITION PURPOSE :

Striving for excellence, LBYD Federal structural engineers interact with clients, vendors, contractors, architects, and fellow engineers every day to produce coordinated structural designs. The primary purpose of this position will be to design and develop industrial and commercial structural systems. The candidate must have the ability to produce and assemble a complete set of structural drawings and specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Coordinate with team members to execute project scope, schedules, and budgets in conformance with the project and customer requirements.

Research codes, guidance, policies, procedures, processes, criteria, and federal laws and regulations in order to provide sound technical recommendations in writing.

Apply innovative technical principles, practices, and theories to the resolution of technical issues.

Perform field investigations, including the review of as-built drawings, to determine existing conditions, document findings, and provide a report to include written summary of observations, data collected, and photographs.

Coordinate with Government client, team members, leadership, project stakeholders, and various regulatory agencies.

Review technical reports, RFIs, designs, design changes for both design-build and design-bid-build projects, project deliverables, submittals, cost proposals from contractors, etc., to ensure compliance with customer and RFP requirements.

Provide technical support for construction field activities.

Provide technical assistance for field investigations, witness testing, and commissioning efforts.

Prepare various permit applications and assist with calculations and report writing.

Documenting all project communications

Participate in site field investigations and client / user interviews to identify project needs, constraints and opportunities

Incorporate design concepts from schematic design into design development and work with project team to produce construction documents.

Use computer programs and spread sheets for engineering analysis and presentations.

Performing analyses, assembling an analysis package for review, writing specifications and producing structural drawings that meet the client's needs and are fully coordinated and in compliance with other engineering disciplines and relevant code requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited engineering college curriculum in Civil Engineering with a structural focus or related engineering degree

Minimum 10 years design experience.

Demonstrated experience in preparing correspondence, written reports and in briefing management personnel.

Skills and Abilities :

Demonstrated knowledge of broad-based Architectural and Engineering principles.

Sound understanding of technical concepts, principles, and practices applicable to multi-discipline engineering project design and construction.

Knowledge of construction practices and methods and construction management.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and verbally.

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret contract documents.

Ability to delegate tasks to others

Ability to manage projects from inception to completion

Detail-oriented time management with the ability to meet deadlines and focus on project schedules

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Special Requirements :

Must be a US citizen, possess a passport, and have the ability to travel up to 25%

PE – U.S. Professional Engineering Registration

Holds an active Q-clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCAD

Proficient use of engineering design software, such as Ram Structural System, Tekla, STAAD, Enercalc

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body, involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Must be able to use a computer for extended periods of time.

Routine use of standard office equipment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

Work generally conducted indoors in an office setting with occasional travel to project sites, but may serve as a Field Engineer during construction. Occasional travel may be required.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation () form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.