What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer position at ESPO Corporation?
Licensed Structural Engineer
Location: Addison, IL
Duration of Job: Direct hire
Summary
Responsible and accountable for workflow through the Engineering Department in all locations of the company. Calculates and specifies construction and material thicknesses (seismic, wind load, dead load) in compliance with International Building Codes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential duties and responsibilities may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs job specific wind load, dead load and seismic calculations to specify products to comply with International Building Codes
- Specify materials and fastening methods for standard products.
- Attend professional organization meetings (ASHRAE, VISCMA, ETC.) to remain current on industry trends and code development
- Reviews the engineering department activities to make recommendations for changes in policy and procedures
- Work collaboratively with designers/drafters on new product designs
- Examines products to find cost reduction opportunities without sacrificing quality
- Applies for / studies for / Acquires licenses for all necessary wind load / seismic states
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and/or Experience
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- FE Certification
- Pass 16-hour SE Examination
- Four years of structural engineering
- Licensed Structural engineer in one or more states
- Understanding of applicable design codes (IBC, CBC, FBC)
- Three-plus years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in the sheet metal industry
ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965
ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401 (k) after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.