Structural Design Engineer - job 1 of 4

As a Structural Design Engineer at Jobot, you'll be primarily involved in developing structural designs and detailed construction drawings for low to medium-rise buildings. You'll collaborate with peers, assist in project management, and effectively communicate with clients, architects, and contractors to ensure project success.

To be eligible for the Structural Design Engineer role at Jobot, you must be a Licensed Structural Engineer (PE) or an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with a minimum of four years of structural design experience. Additionally, a bachelor's degree in structural engineering from an ABET-accredited university and proficiency in structural modeling software and AutoCAD is essential.

A Structural Design Engineer at Jobot should be knowledgeable in structural modeling software, such as Ram Steel and Risa, along with Enercalc. Proficiency in AutoCAD Detailing and Drafting for building plans is also fundamental to the role, ensuring accurate and efficient design outputs.

Structural Design Engineers at Jobot enjoy a variety of benefits, including competitive hourly wages, overtime pay at 1.5x the hourly rate, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), a 401k with matching, life insurance, and tuition reimbursement for continuous learning.

At Jobot, the typical work schedule for a Structural Design Engineer comprises a full-time 40-hour workweek, structured with four nine-hour days and one four-hour day, allowing for a better work-life balance, including half-day Fridays throughout the year.

When answering this question, highlight specific software you’ve used like Ram Steel or Risa. Describe scenarios where you successfully applied these tools in projects, emphasizing your problem-solving and design capabilities.

Talk about your time management skills. Mention techniques like using project management tools or setting deadlines to ensure important tasks are completed on time while maintaining quality.

Choose a project that not only posed technical challenges but also required collaboration with other teams. Explain how you approached the challenge and what the outcomes were.

Mention your knowledge of local building codes and how you apply them in your designs. Provide examples of how you've adapted models to meet these codes while maintaining design integrity.

Discuss how you prepare for meetings, your approach to presenting complex information clearly, and cultivating relationships through regular updates and open communication lines.

Explain that you value feedback as a tool for growth. Provide examples of how you’ve implemented constructive criticism in your work to produce better results.

Detail your step-by-step approach, from initial client meetings, developing concepts, drafting designs, collaborating with teams, and reviewing for compliance. Show how you integrate feedback into this process.

Share your understanding of sustainable practices in structural engineering. Discuss how you consider environmental impact when designing structures, illustrating with examples.

Mention your commitment to continuous learning through professional organizations, certifications, seminars, and journals. Share specific resources or networks that keep you informed.

Express your admiration for Jobot's reputation and mission. Discuss how their values align with your career aspirations and how you believe you can contribute positively to the team.