What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer position at Farrior Steel Works?
Jack A. Farrior, Inc. is a growing construction firm in eastern North Carolina specializing in agricultural and industrial equipment installation and millwright services.
Full-time, Salary Exempt
Job Description Summary
This position is responsible for all aspects of project layout, design, and production of construction drawings and documents. The engineer will be responsible for multiple ongoing projects at various stages in the estimating, construction, and closeout cycle.
Essential Functions
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Lead and manage structural design projects for industrial, commercial, and manufacturing clients, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and on‑time delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead structural engineering design for steel, CMU, and reinforced concrete systems from concept through construction.
- Prepare, review, and seal engineering calculations, construction drawings, and technical reports.
- Develop material take‑offs and fabrication cost estimates; coordinate with fabricators to support shop drawing and fabrication processes.
- Conduct forensic investigations, field inspections, site surveys, and construction observation to verify design intent and code compliance.
- Coordinate project scope and deliverables with architects, planners, surveyors, permitting agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
- Ensure plans meet local, state, and federal regulations and industry standards; review and approve permit submissions.
- Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and task delegation to meet milestones.
- Participate in client meetings, prepare proposals, and represent the firm at project coordination meetings.
- Review and approve subcontractor/vendor payment applications and related invoices.
- Monitor projects for compliance with environmental regulations, building, and safety codes.
Qualifications
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina, or eligible for NC registration via reciprocity.
- Master's degree in civil engineering with a structural concentration is accepted if the candidate is on track for licensure within two years.
- Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in the construction industry (agricultural, commercial, or industrial projects).
- At least 3 years' experience in estimating and project management.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and client‑facing skills; proficiency with structural analysis and drafting software.
Preferred
- Experience with forensic engineering, fabrication/shop drawing coordination, and permitting for industrial facilities.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.
Salary : $105,000 - $150,000