What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Steel Engineer position at Geiger & Peters?
Position Overview
Geiger & Peters is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Engineer to support structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects from design through project completion. This position is responsible for providing engineering support, developing engineering solutions, coordinating connection design activities, reviewing project documentation, and helping ensure projects meet specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
What You'll Do
- Provide engineering support for structural steel and miscellaneous metals projects.
- Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and engineering requirements.
- Perform structural analysis, engineering calculations, and connection design activities.
- Develop engineering solutions that support fabrication and erection operations.
- Coordinate with project managers, detailers, fabrication personnel, and quality control teams.
- Review shop drawings, erection drawings, and engineering submittals for accuracy and compliance.
- Assist with resolving design conflicts, RFIs, and technical project challenges.
- Communicate with customers, architects, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate engineering calculations, reports, and project documentation.
- Ensure engineering activities comply with project requirements and industry standards.
- Support process improvements and implementation of engineering best practices.
- Participate in training, professional development, and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience; internship experience may be considered.
- Strong understanding of structural steel design and engineering principles.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Preferred
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience in structural steel fabrication and construction.
- Experience with structural steel connection design.
- Experience working in an AISC-certified fabrication environment.
- Knowledge of AISC, AWS, OSHA, IBC, and related industry standards.
- Experience with Tekla Structures and structural engineering software.
What We're Looking For
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
Why Join Geiger & Peters?
- Stable and established company.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to work on complex structural steel and construction projects.
- Exposure to engineering, project management, and fabrication operations.
- Professional environment with opportunities for growth and career development.
- Geiger & Peters is an Equal Opportunity Employer.