What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer - Structural position at David Joseph & Company?
• Prepare structural calculations for building projects, including gravity and lateral force-resisting systems (wind and seismic) in accordance with IBC and locally adopted Las Vegas codes.
• Perform structural design and detailing using steel and reinforced concrete systems to meet applicable code and project requirements.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain structural construction documents in collaboration with architects and other engineering disciplines.
• Review shop drawings, perform back-checks of revised structural drawings, and verify compliance with design intent and structural calculations.
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and provide technical support during the construction phase.
• Assist with coordination between design and construction teams to ensure accuracy, constructability, and timely project delivery.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of steel and reinforced concrete design.
• Familiarity with gravity and lateral structural systems, including seismic design.
• Ability to prepare and interpret structural calculations and construction documents.
• Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure.
• Experience working under IBC with local amendments.
• Exposure to common structural analysis and drafting software (e.g., ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, Revit, AutoCAD).
Salary : $72,000 - $90,000