Structural Engineer (Seismic)

Company: Planate Management Group LLC
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world. The Structural Seismic Engineer, a part-time position, will be responsible for designing structures that can withstand earthquake activities. You will initially handle projects in the Western region and any global locations where assistance is needed. This position is open to working from home. Key responsibilities: + Test variety of materials, such as steel or concrete, to determine how much damage they can sustain during seismic events + Perform structural calculations in accordance with modern and historic buildings codes in support of building investigations or seismic retrofit + Responsible for planning and conducting independent work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures and criteria + Devise new approaches to problems, and prepare or modify drawings, specifications, calculations, charts and graphs, and monitor work for compliance to applicable codes and accepted engineering practices + Perform design work for new construction, renovations and improvement projects + Interpret and adapt traditional methods and approaches in developing design calculations, layouts, drawings, and specifications that support project objectives and standards + Provide design services including preparation of design drawings, structural evaluations and designs + Follow and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for design review and project mobilization as necessary + Comply with health, safety and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment + Perform construction management duties including reviewing construction documents and submittals, performing and documenting daily inspections, and assisting with project punch lists + Perform other qualified duties as assigned. Qualifications to be successful in the role: + Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from an accredited college or university + Registered Professional Engineer and passed the Civil Seismic Principles exam + With seismic certification &/or with experience and competency in seismic design + Minimum of 5 years design experience gained from the engineering/construction management industry + Previous experience working on US Government and military domestic and international projects preferred + Familiarity with military programming rules and documentation, advantage + Thorough knowledge of civil design and engineering techniques + Proficient in creating designs using AutoCAD, Revit, and the use of Microsoft Office suite + Excellent communications, effective leadership, and interpersonal skills + Must be willing to travel for occasional international assignments. + Able to obtain Secret Clearance. Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Why Planate? Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Professionally, Up and Down The Line. Wed love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client's mission!

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