What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer (Level IV-VI) -- MTA position at PACO Group?
Structural Engineer, Level IV–VI
Position Summary
The Structural Engineer Level IV–VI supports planning and scope development for public infrastructure projects within a Bridges & Tunnels environment. This role is responsible for evaluating existing structural conditions, developing conceptual design solutions, performing engineering analyses, and preparing technical documentation that supports project initiation and advancement. The position requires coordination with multidisciplinary engineering staff and participation in project meetings, reporting, and documentation activities.
Key Responsibilities
• Initiate planning and scope development for new structural and infrastructure projects.
• Visit bridge and tunnel sites to assess existing conditions, constraints, and project needs.
• Review technical reports, shop drawings, and as-built drawings to support conceptual design development.
• Develop conceptual designs for modifications to existing structures to accommodate new operational or infrastructure requirements.
• Evaluate structural strengthening needs and identify required additions or modifications to bridge components and related systems.
• Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses in support of structural recommendations.
• Prepare conceptual drawing packages and technical reports describing project background, objectives, design criteria, applicable codes and standards, and recommended solutions.
• Develop preliminary engineer’s cost estimates.
• Coordinate with engineering and project stakeholders, participate in meetings, and prepare supporting documentation and reports.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of five years of civil/structural design experience.
• Minimum of five years of experience in structural design analysis, scope development, design development, specification writing, and application of technical standards and design guidelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Bluebeam, MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Familiarity with MTA C&D design procedures.
Core Competencies
• Structural analysis and conceptual design
• Infrastructure planning and scope development
• Technical documentation and report writing
• Cost estimating
• Coordination across engineering disciplines
• Field assessment and condition evaluation
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and design guidelines
Compensation
• The good-faith salary range for this position is $60-$65 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and client requirements.
• Candidates with greater depth of experience or specialized expertise may fall toward the higher end of the range, and exceptional candidates may be considered for compensation outside of this range, consistent with client budget and company policy.
Benefits Summary
• 401(k) and 401(k) Employer Matching.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Professional Development Assistance.
EEO Diversity Statement
PACO Group, Inc. is committed to furthering opportunities for everyone in the national construction market. The firm periodically reaffirms this commitment through an active affirmative action plan. It provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees without unlawful discrimination regarding race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, religion, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or citizenship status. As an equal opportunity employer, we have recruited, hired, promoted, and retained an ethnically and socially diverse professional staff. Our efforts to date have produced a multidisciplinary workforce — a record of diversity that extends to the highest levels of the firm’s management.
Salary : $60 - $65