Senior Structural Engineer

Leap Solutions Group - Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Santa Rosa, CA

51-100 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Engineer at ZFA Structural Engineers will play a crucial role in expanding the firm's presence in Northern California's construction market. This position involves a blend of technical expertise, project management, and client interaction, with a focus on delivering a diverse range of projects. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative office culture and contribute to the firm's commitment to professional development and employee growth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily design, organization, and technical work with a high degree of independence.
• Exercise maturity and sound judgment in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Technically and financially manage projects of various sizes and complexities.
• Maintain responsibility for technical quality on project documents, budget, and schedule during design and construction administration.
• Mentor and supervise engineers at all levels of experience.
• Lead a team of design engineers and/or BIM staff for specific projects.
• Serve as an effective client contact and maintain positive client relationships.
• Utilize timely communication to inform clients of project status.
• Participate in and occasionally lead staff training as requested.
• Contribute to the office- and firm-wide technical expertise, standards, and efficiencies.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or structural engineering.
• Professional registration as a licensed Civil Engineer is required; a Structural Engineer license is preferred.
• Five to 10 years of experience with various project sizes, types, and construction materials.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of engineering and construction principles and practices.
• Ability and desire to learn project management skills.
• Personable demeanor to maintain positive client relationships.
• Desired computer skills: REVIT, Excel, Enercalc, ETABS, RISA, SAFE, RAM Steel.

Nice-to-haves

• Structural engineering master's degree is a plus.
• Experience with masonry is a plus.

Benefits

• Dynamic and challenging work environment with a strong emphasis on collaborative office culture.
• Project diversity.
• Competitive salaries with overtime pay.
• Paid time off (PTO) plus nine paid holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits and insurance package.
• Profit sharing through semi-annual bonuses.
• Discretionary annual 401K employer contributions.
• Opportunities for advancement and company ownership.
• Collaborative knowledge sharing with licensed Structural Engineers and Professional Engineers.