Structural Engineer

Position: Structural Engineer

Location: Kennesaw, GA

Company Overview: United Contractor Services is a rapidly expanding commercial construction firm that is venturing into the engineering field. Committed to excellence, we are seeking a talented Structural Engineer to join our team and contribute to our innovative approach in integrating construction and engineering expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic company on the forefront of delivering comprehensive solutions.

Job Description: As a Structural Engineer with United Contractor Services, you will be a pivotal member of our team, playing a crucial role in shaping our foray into the engineering sector. Responsibilities include:

• Serves as the technical structural lead for a variety of projects, including Industrial and Commercial.
• Directs REVIT technicians and Structural Designers in preparation of project plans. Conducts technical planning representing analysis, creating designs, preparing reports, and other tasks.
• Provides technical guidance on project scope, budgets, and schedules for assignments.
• Supports PM providing technical leadership on large complex projects and typically works on multiple major projects.
• Reviews work of other engineers and designers for conformity and quality assurance.
• Completes assignments within budget and schedule while working with design teams.
• Provides career development mentoring to early-career engineers.
• Provide creative, economical solutions for challenging framing conditions by utilizing knowledge of products and manufacturing limitations.
• Assist in enhancement of current design software by providing suggestions and/or verification of engineering calculations. Involvement with development of new design tools that aid productivity and accuracy may occasionally be required.
• Assists in client contact, communication, and attends client meetings (AS REQUIRED).
• Perform quote engineering functions as needed including preliminary design of structural framing, clarification of scope of work, and qualification of proposals.
• Represent United Contractor Services, LLC as an engineering resource in project meetings with customers, typically for review of design results or to present value-engineering ideas.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license is required.
• 4 years of experience in Structural Engineering.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents.
• Proficient in structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, Autodesk Revit or similar).
• Strong familiarity with relevant building codes and standards; IBC, AISC 360, AISC 341, AISC 358, ASCE7, AISI, etc.
• Experience Designing steel and cold form metal framing.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, reflective of your experience and contributions.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply: Eager to be part of our innovative journey? Apply to this job posting, or to expedite your application process, submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable) to mcomfort@unitedcs.net. Please use "Structural Engineer Application" as the subject line.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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