Structural Engineer
Azimuth Engineering Group - Parsippany, NJ
Position Overview: The Structural Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of structural design, computer-aided design, and inspection engineering projects. This position requires an individual who is proactive, highly accountable, highly detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously. This role is pivotal in ensuring operational efficiency and offers an opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the creation of cutting-edge designs that meet client needs and exceed expectations.
Reports To: Project Manager
Classification: Exempt
Hours: Monday–Friday (subject to change based on project needs and time sensitivity), hybrid schedule with 2–3 days in-office per week.
Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
Essential Job Functions:
- Uses computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) tools to accurately render and communicate design plans
- Prepare structural calculations and reports with some assistance to analyze various structure types
- Prepare site plans and details on existing and proposed facilities including towers, water tanks, rooftops, billboards, and other supporting structures using applicable building and design codes
- Works with a design team to create design sketches, layouts, and plans, adhering to applicable building and design codes
- Enter and track all project related data in a cloud-based platform according to company standards
- Conduct site visits to gather existing conditions data and effectively take notes
- Collaborate with project team to successfully complete projects with established budgets and deadlines
- Provide clear and consistent communication among internal teams, external customers, and direct reporting manager to ensure alignment on project goals, updates, and expectations.
- Complete self-review for all deliverables to reduce errors and meet quality standards
- Complete assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency increases
- Maintain a high level of accountability and ownership in all aspects of the performance of the program and projects, ensuring consistent alignment with business objectives and quality of work products.
- Performs other related duties as assigned
OTHER DUTIES:
- Maintain continuous awareness and knowledge of the project status
- Attend internal and external status meetings, as needed
- Seek guidance and take direction from other project team members
COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, easily adapting to changing tasks and priorities
- Ability to manage time to meet multiple daily deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective and active listening skills
- Organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and maintain schedules
- Excellent problem solving, research, and analytic skills
- Ability to effectively seek guidance and direction from others, while providing design guidance to Drafters and Designers
- Commitment to personal and professional development
- Always present yourself in a professional manner
- Always demonstrate a positive work attitude
- Demonstrate practices and behaviors in accordance with applicable laws, codes, and standards
- Ability to travel to sites throughout the Northeast
- Valid driver’s license required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required; Master’s degree is a plus
- 0-3 years experience with structural design
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is required
- Proficiency in Revit and Inventor is preferred
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a plus
- Engineer in Training is preferred
- Telecommunication experience is a plus
- Experience with RISA-3D, tnxTower, OCALC, or similar structural analysis software is preferred
- Basic proficiency in the comprehension of codes and standards, including IBC, ASCE, AISC, and ACI is required; TIA is preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
- Ability to travel to sites
- Must be able to access and inspect all areas of buildings, rooftops, and equipment
