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ABOUT THE POSITION
Senior Structural Engineer – Hybrid – Hauppauge, NY
In this position, you would serve an important role in the planning, analysis, design, and detailing of a diverse range of projects across the region. With a current focus on transportation-related projects, but with the potential to work on exciting new projects including those in our growing Waterfront/Coastal practice. The ideal candidate should possess a “can-do” attitude, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic, fast paced, and fun environment. The position includes significant opportunities for personal and professional development and growth within VHB’s emerging New York/Long Island offices.
Responsibilities
- Manages, develops, organizes, and implements structural planning, analysis, preliminary and final design document preparation for transportation related and waterfront structures
- Project scoping and development
- Supervises and mentors team members in the development of design plans, technical oversight, specifications, design calculations, load ratings, cost estimates, reports, final bid packages, etc. Provides technical oversight and review of structural designs.
- Monitors of project budgets and schedules
- Assists with proposals and presentations
Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in structural, geotechnical, and marine engineering
- Must possess strong technical skills with knowledge of various structural systems and codes
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrates excellence in verbal presentations and technical writing
- Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
- Robust technical and critical thinking skills
- Strong project management skills
- Proactive and self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and quality
- Ability to lead and collaborate with a team of staff working remotely
- Enthusiasm to learn, seek out opportunities, and take responsibility
- Motivated to mentor junior staff
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in the use of structural engineering software such as STAAD.pro, RISA 3D, PCA Design Software, RAM Steel, Tekla, MathCAD, Revit, Microstation, and AutoCAD
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required, master’s degree preferred (may substitute for 1 year of experience)
- 8-11 years of structural engineering experience required.
- Licensed PE (Professional Engineer) required
- Experience working on projects owned and operated by private developers, municipalities, and public agencies
- OSHA 30 Construction certification preferred
Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Hauppauge, NY is $123,000-165,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.
We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.
Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
