Job Description
Overview
At Davis, Bowen & Friedel, Inc. (DBF), we value community minded individuals. Our Structural Engineers design, enhance, maintain and protect the communities we work, live and play in. From the buildings you enter to the bridges you cross, you’ll find the hard work and dedication of an engineer. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our communities by creating value through problem solving and design.
In this role, we are looking for an individual who can perform Structural Engineering duties in the design of new buildings and structures; inspection and analysis of existing structures; and performing construction administration services. The candidate should take no exception prioritizing public safety. Projects types and facilities will include, but not be limited to, educational, healthcare, commercial, public safety, coastal and residential. The ideal candidate should have knowledge in structural design and analysis, building design codes, and structural design software, REVIT/AutoCAD.
DBF’s portfolio includes projects of a wide variety, so if you are looking to expand your repertoire and improve your abilities, this position is the perfect fit for you. We also offer opportunities for promotion if you meet our needs.
Responsibilities
- Design structures, develop/generate plans, and manage multiple projects.
- Analyze configurations of a structure and perform analyses of building materials.
- Inspect properties to evaluate conditions and recommend repairs, additions and other changes for existing structures.
- Provide detailed reports of investigations and assessments.
- Create structural and testing models utilizing structural computation software.
- Research and evaluate structural hazards, and recommend improvements for safety accordingly.
- Prepare specifications and construction documents.
- Ensure all projects comply with applicable codes.
Education & Skills
The preferred applicant shall have a four-year degree in Civil Engineering and have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam or the ability to within 12 months of hire date.
Key Qualifications
- Excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
- Detail Oriented – Ability to exercise attention to detail and have a solid understanding of how buildings are constructed.
- Creative – Ability to innovate and develop creative solutions within the built environment.
- Effective Communicator – Ability to clearly communicate ideas, actively listen, and ask appropriate questions.
- Critical Thinker – Ability to problem solve, make good decisions, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
We attract the best in the industry with our competitive benefits package.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Annual paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Flexible summer hours
- Education assistance and professional licensing reimbursement
- Flexible savings account
- Bonus pay