Structural Engineer

Company Overview

Olivotto & Young Consulting Engineers delivers customized structural engineering consultancy services to a broad client base. Their portfolio includes residential and commercial projects, project management, and specialized structures like greenhouses, crop protection facilities, and tensile membrane systems, all engineered for strength and longevity. The team emphasizes practical and client-focused approaches that meet project objectives while adhering to safety and industry standards.

Role Summary

The Structural Engineer will operate remotely on a full-time basis, collaborating with project teams and clients to develop safe, efficient structural designs compliant with applicable building codes. Key activities include conducting structural assessments and calculations, generating design documentation, and utilizing CAD technologies to produce detailed drawings for a variety of building types and specialized structures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and calculations for residential, commercial, and specialty structures.
• Create detailed design documents and CAD drawings including plans, sections, and construction details.
• Review project specifications and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integration.
• Assist in developing technical reports and writing specifications for structural components.
• Contribute to project planning efforts and address requests for information (RFIs) from clients or contractors.
• Support quality assurance processes by conducting design checks focused on accuracy and constructability.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven technical expertise in structural and civil engineering principles applied to various structural materials and systems.
• Experience with structural analysis methodologies and engineering calculations.
• Proficiency with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software for the preparation of construction drawings and documentation.
• Knowledge of codes and standards relevant to structural engineering design.
• Familiarity with specialized structures such as greenhouses and tensile membrane constructions is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities complemented by attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and capacity to work autonomously within remote, interdisciplinary teams.
• Professional engineer licensure or progression toward licensure is favorable.