Structural Engineer Level I
JOB TITLE: Structural Engineer Level I
LOCATION: Coralville, Iowa
Shoemaker & Haaland is an established engineering firm founded in 1976 with locations in Coralville, Cedar Rapids, and Keokuk, Iowa. Our areas of focus are structural engineering, civil engineering, land surveying, and 3D scanning. Shoemaker & Haaland offers unique technical solutions and delivers outstanding service to our clients. Please visit us on our website at https://www.shoemaker-haaland.com/ for more information.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Shoemaker & Haaland is currently seeking to hire a full time Structural Engineer Level I to join our team of engineers and technical specialists. A successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and success of the company.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college/university.
- Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an
Engineer Intern (EI), with interest in obtaining Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Basic knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC) and possess design knowledge of key structural elements in structural steel and reinforced concrete.
- An understanding of the practical application of structural engineering including applying
principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.
- Knowledge of structural design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, reports, drawings, and models.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Work well in a team environment.
- Ability to communicate with co-workers, clients, and the public, in a clear concise manner both orally and in written documents.
- Communicate effectively with clients and other disciplines.
- Preferred Software Skills: RISA 3D, Bluebeam, Revit, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to research knowledge and techniques that are unfamiliar (Reference manuals,
technical resources, etc.)
- Ability to pass screening and background checks for admittance to client sites.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Calculate loads and select structural members based upon forces and service demands.
- Design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional projects of various sizes with the main focus on industrial projects.
- Design of shallow and deep foundations, underground concrete vaults and tunnels, and slab reinforcement for a variety of loading conditions.
- Design of steel structures including building, additions, access platforms including ladder and stair details, trusses, two-legged bents and four-legged support towers.
- Develop a variety of structural connections including unique connections caused by field interferences.
- Verify field conditions, constructability of designs, and assist in resolving problems during field construction.
- Travel to client work sites and offices for design reviews, site visits, field verifications, and construction observation.
- Interpreting and designing from a variety of different domestic and foreign structural building design codes.
- Prepare reports, designs, and drawings.
- Redline drawings for Revit Designers and review updated submittals for accuracy.
- Work independently or under the direct supervision of a licensed PE.
- Receive training and mentorship from experienced structural design engineers.
- Interact with clients.
COMPENSATION
- Competitive compensation commensurate with education and experience.
BENEFITS
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Retirement 401k -Traditional and ROTH - Profit Sharing
- ESOP - Employee Stock Option Plan
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Paid Time Off
- Company Culture - Company Lunches, Recreational Activities, and Group Gym Training