Engineer

Minimum qualifications:

An Engineer shall have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural or structural engineering. Professional registration as a licensed Civil Engineer is desired but not required at this level, however intent to register is preferred. A master’s degree is appreciated. Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and practice is required. Must have the ability and desire to learn project-engineering skills as well as be personable to maintain positive client relationships for ZFA.

An Engineer is to meet the responsibilities of a Designer in addition to being independently responsible for: the quality of structural engineering work performed, informing project manager of budget issues and increases in scope of work, providing high-quality client service and maintaining the positive reputation of the office. An Engineer possesses the primary daily design and technical skills necessary to conduct work with a great degree of independence.

Salary range:

$80,000 – $105,000

This range reflects base salary only and may vary depending on experience, education, skills, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for mid-year and year-end performance bonuses, as well as participation in our 401(k) profit-sharing program. As a non-exempt employee, this role is also paid overtime for additional hours worked beyond 8 in a day or 40 in a week. Bonuses, 401 (k) profit sharing, and overtime are important parts of total compensation and reflect our commitment to rewarding performance and long-term contribution.

Details
Some of the responsibilities and desired qualities of an Engineer are noted below:

- Exercise maturity and sound judgment in decision making, anticipate issues, solve project-related problems and communicate budget issues
- Manage financial and technical aspects of small projects
- Provide high-quality project construction documents, calculations, and reports, and serve as effective support for project team members
- Learn to use and help improve in-house project tools (including 3D Revit modeling), policies, systems and procedures
- Coordinate with other consultants and review agencies
- Attend project meetings and site visits
- Remain current on code issues and expand engineering knowledge by reviewing technical information and new construction methods or products, attending seminars, etc.
- Be proactive in presenting and communicating the capabilities and strengths of the company