Department Lead Structural Engineer

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
MEGI Engineering Inc. is a full-service engineering design and consulting firm located in Portland, OR serving the pulp and paper, industrial, power and utility, and chemical markets. We strive to provide a Collaboration of Excellence, both within the company and with our clients.
As the Department Lead Structural Engineer, the successful candidate must be competent in leading, performing, and directing all aspects of a Structural Engineering Department. Must also be competent at leading complex projects as well as applying judgment for the evaluation, selection, and adaptation of design standards, criteria, and analysis procedures. Supervisory responsibilities include oversight and accountability for the structural team's performance, providing technical guidance and coordination for staff assigned to multiple projects or varying size, mentoring and developing staff, interviewing and recruiting potential new hires.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As department lead, candidate act as direct supervisor to the company structural department and will be responsible for the supervision and technical direction of a team of engineers and designers engaged in the completion of structural deliverables and services to meet project schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
Leading, assigning, and coordinating structural staff and their work, overseeing quality of work and adequacy of staff work product, on schedule and on budget.
Performing advanced engineering tasks and serving as a technical specialist for complex engineering assignments.
Act as Engineer of Record on projects, as necessary and as engineer in responsible charge.
Candidate will frequently interface directly with clients and vendors.
Candidate will oversee the creation and development of all deliverables, including preliminary estimate packages (FEL2, FEL3), design drawings for review and construction, and written scopes of work
Candidate will oversee the creation and development of structural drawings and 3D models created in Revit and AutoCAD, and will coordinate interfaces between structures, other engineering disciplines, and vendors
Will perform structural design reviews related to constructability, safety, and ease of maintenance, and will be responsible for making decisions that will improve project outcomes and reduce costs.
Will review of shop drawings and construction submittals as required to provide technical guidance when necessary
Perform internal quality control reviews of project deliverables
Participate in value engineering and scope and budget reconciliation as required
Provide support for development of project proposals
Coordinate and maintain engineering and drafting standards, including specifications and design standards, and technical resources such as codes and referenced standards
Aid in the development of proposals and make determinations of structural engineering budgets
QUALIFICATIONS / QUALITIES
15 to 20 years of professional experience in structural engineering
At least 15 years of experience specific to industrial projects is preferred
BS in Structural or Civil Engineering
Professional Engineering (PE) License, Structural Engineering (SE) License is preferred
Willingness to maintain professional engineering licenses in multiple states, as required
Experience working and coordinating with other disciplines including piping, mechanical, electrical and process
Experience with scope evaluation, establishing budgets and understanding complex schedules
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide expedient and practical solutions
Working knowledge and application of current US building codes and reference standards, as well as conventional structural building products.
Working knowledge and application of current OSHA standards as they pertain to, at a minimum, fall prevention and protection, maintenance access and egress.
Strong structural engineering technical knowledge and application, including:
Concrete, steel and masonry structures
Deep and shallow foundations and experience interpreting geotechnical requirements
Seismic analysis and detailing including shear walls, and braced and rigid frames
Evaluation and retrofit of existing structures
Support and anchorage of vessels and equipment
Lifting beams, below-the-hook devices and fall arrest support structures
Vibration evaluation and mitigation
Site civil design as it relates to process drainage
Proficient use of software, including but not limited to:
Structural analysis and design software such as RISA-3D, STAADpro and Enercalc
All MS Office applications, including Teams
Ability to develop custom engineering tools using MS Excel and/or Mathcad
Bluebeam Revu
3D environments using the Navisworks platform and point scans
Excellent communication skills with both staff and clients
Excellent organizational skills with emphasis on change management while meeting client deadlines
Must work well in groups, be comfortable in a fast-paced and diverse work environment, and strive to foster a positive work experience for staff.
Possess the willingness to learn and implement new standards and approaches to project execution
Able to travel as required, typically up to 25%
Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy
US Citizenship and Valid US Driver's License
Typical duties will be performed in an office environment with occasional travel to operating facilities or construction sites. These require the ability to sit for extended periods of time, or to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance It also requires sufficient hearing, vision acuity, depth perception and the ability to remain focused on tasks. Lifting 25 pounds objects may be required.
Salary and benefits negotiable based on level of experience and the agreed responsibilities.
Please note that we will not sponsor an employment visa, such as H1-B or related visa, to fill this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person