Structural Project Engineer (Forensics)

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States.  Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

NOVA Engineering is seeking an entry-level to mid-level Structural Engineer to join our Forensics Engineering group in Buford, GA. The primary work mix for this Structural Engineer position includes the following: evaluating distressed structures, building envelope evaluation, performing materials sampling and nondestructive testing, structural analysis, modeling, designing repairs, report preparation and project management. Projects typically range in size from $10,000 to 2 million in construction costs.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:

• Field investigations and structural assessments of existing buildings and structures
• Perform and prepare structural calculations
• Analysis, Design and Documentation of building structures
• Prepare complete construction drawings with plans, sections and details
• Performing construction administration services (Shop Drawings, RFIs, and field visits)
• Management of projects from start to finish.
• Prepare engineering reports
• Mentor and develop junior engineering staff

Qualifications and Skills:

• Masters Degree in Civil Engineering if right out of college
• EIT certification required
• PE licensure is preferred
• Strong Proficiency in AutoCAD is required; proficiency in Revit is a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of building codes: IBC & IRC

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage 
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection 
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions 
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.