Staff Structural Engineer (EIT)

$63,312 - $86,651/Yr

McMillen - Portland, OR

Full-time - Entry Level

Portland, OR

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

McMillen is currently seeking a full-time Structural Engineer in Training for projects throughout the US. This role encompasses structural engineering and design development for all types of McMillen projects including dams and related hydraulic structures, fisheries facilities, bridges, penstocks, pump stations, hydroelectric facilities and other water resource related structures. Project assignments may include design or analysis of reinforced concrete environmental structures; hydraulic structural steel structures; dam stability analysis; building design using steel, concrete, masonry and wood; penstocks; and bridges. Engineer will gain experience working on projects for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Bureau of Reclamation (BoR), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and various other state, local and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Establish project specific design criteria using various structural design codes, standards and jurisdictional requirements.
• Gather, review and organize historical project information including drawings, design reports and specifications.
• Participate in preparation of Design Documentation Reports, Technical Memorandums and other technical reports, summarizing project criteria, historical information, design methodologies, technical recommendations and various other documentation.
• Perform structural computations and analysis, both by hand calculations and using available design software, following current design codes and design methodologies.
• Work with Design Technology staff to prepare and mark-up project drawings.
• Edit project specific technical specifications and assist with preparation of the Project Manual.
• Perform services during construction including submittal review, responses to information and clarification requests, on-site inspections, observations and conformance reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• Master's degree in structural engineering or civil engineering with focus on structural is preferred, PhD is a plus.
• Taken and passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam
• 0-5 years+ of structural design experience, water resource related experience a plus
• Knowledge of relevant Industry and Agency Design Codes and Standards preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated working knowledge and experience with structural analysis software
• Knowledge of seismic design requirements from ASCE, USACE, BoR, and FERC. High level semodeling
• Experience in reading, interpreting, and communicating the design intent of contract documents, plans and specifications
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks independently
• Must have a flexible work schedule, be willing to travel up to 20%
• Must be able to work in a team environment

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• FSA
• EAP
• 401(k) and match
• 9 Paid Holidays
• generous PTO
• opportunity for Stock Ownership
• Wellness Reimbursement