Structural Engineer

DEFINITION
Performs a variety of professional structural engineering duties in the preparation of structural engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates and reports for the District's facilities including but not limited to passenger stations, office and shop buildings, subway and aerial structures and other system structures; ensures work quality and adherence to specifications; and performs related duties as assigned.
 
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS 
This is the full journey level class within the Structural Engineer series.   Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.   This class is distinguished from the Senior Structural Engineer in that the latter possesses a specialized technical or functional expertise within the area of assignment or may exercise lead supervision over assigned lower level staff.
 
REPORTS TO
Principal Structural Engineer or designee.

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT

Office of Infrastructure and Delivery (OID) is recruiting one (1) Engineer to the Structural Engineering team.  

Incumbents in this position will receive assignments on a variety of ongoing projects, including planning, design, procurement, and engineering support during construction, operations, and maintenance of assets.  Responsibilities includes, but are not limited to:

• Prepare design calculations, drawing, technical specifications and other documents under minor supervision of senior staff

• Review design and construction plans, calculations, technical specifications, shop drawings and related documents for structural integrity and code compliance under minor supervision of senior staff

• Perform site visit to document field conditions, develop detailed drawings or sketches and prepare structural assessment reports of existing structures under minor supervision of senior staff

• Collaborate with construction team to provide support for submittals and RFI review and coordinate with Engineer of Record for design approval, revision and changes under minor supervision of senior staff

• Assist and coordinate with Maintenance personnel to provide day-to-day support including structures repair and upgrades and asset management

• Documents structural review activities in formal report technical memoranda, Bluebeam Studio sessions, and spreadsheet-based comment lists

• Establish constructive and effective relationships with internal and external project team members, contractors, and customers to facilitate understanding and collaboration throughout all project phases

• Interdisciplinary partnership to improve quality and coordination of design

• Ideal incumbents will demonstrate the following skills beyond the minimum qualifications:

• Must have design experience on a diverse array of building and non-building (facilities) projects

• Experience with California building design codes and material specific standards, including California Building Code, ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC and NDS

• Experience with using design software for structural analysis (ETABS, RAM, SAP2000, SAFE, etc.), general collaboration software (i.e. BlueBeam Studio) and CAD and BIM software (e.g, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks etc)

• Excellent problem-solving ability

• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to make clear presentations, produce concise technical reports

• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams

• Ability to work during overnight and weekends

• Ability to to work in noisy and dirty environments or in foul weather and near moving trains

• Experience with dynamic numerical analysis and software preferred

• Experience with seismic design and analysis, assessment and retrofit of existing buildings (ASCE 41-17) preferred

1. Performs a variety of professional structural engineering design functions in preparing plans and specifications for the development and maintenance of the District's passenger stations, office and shop buildings, subway and aerial structures, and other system structures.
    
2. Prepares structural engineering plans and specifications, equipment specifications, sketches, and other supporting data for new and potential engineering projects.
    
3. Prepares preliminary structural engineering design, cost estimates, and other information for management and project board review.
    
4. Prepares project criteria for new or existing structures.
   
   
5. Assists in the preparation of schedule plans; prepares construction and installation cost estimates.
    
6. Evaluates proposed changes to approved plans and specifications.
    
7. Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence on assigned engineering  projects including design changes and their associated cost estimates;prepares as-built drawings and related documentation.
    
8. Provides structural engineering support to other divisions, departments, and outside agencies.
     
9. As assigned, reviews construction progress; performs a variety of field testing duties. 
   
   
10. Utilizes a variety of engineering computer programs and applications including CADD.
     
11. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of the current state of practice, new trends and innovations in the field of structural engineering.

A Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.  
 
Experience: 
Two (2) years of   (full-time equivalent) verifiable structural engineering experience.  
 
License or Certificate:
Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California.
 
Other Requirements:  
Must be physically able to conduct field inspections and testing as assigned.
Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
 
Substitution:
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.  A college degree is preferred.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions:
Office environment; exposure to computer screens; field environment; construction site environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when conducting field inspections and investigations.
 
Physical Conditions:
Requires maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services provided and activities of a comprehensive structural 
• engineering design program.
• Principles and practices of structural engineering design.
• Principles and practices of engineering cost estimating.
• Methods and techniques of field measuring and testing related to structural engineering construction.
• Principles and practices of preparing equipment specifications.
• Advanced mathematical principles.
• Construction methods and practices.
• Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in structural engineering report preparation.
• Current office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers.
• Specialized computer programs or systems utilized in structural engineering project design including CADD. 
• Related building codes, regulations, and provisions.
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

 
Skill in:

• Performing a variety of professional structural engineering duties.
• Preparing structural engineering design drawings, specifications, and plans.
• Applying principles and practices of structural engineering in assigned
• projects.
• Interpreting and explaining District policies and procedures.
• Performing accurate engineering calculations.
• Preparing clear and concise reports.
• As assigned, conducting field tests.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Salary : $126,161 - $191,135