Entry Level Structural Engineer
Company: Wood
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview / Responsibilities
Wood is recruiting a Graduate Structural Engineer for our
Structural Engineering group in the Charlotte NC office. This
individual will be part of our Infrastructure Design Service Line
that supports our government, industrial, municipal and commercial
clientele. The position relies heavily on a combination of
team-based experience, technical qualities and a willingness to be
mentored . As a graduate engineer , you will set the bar of
excellence for delivering a quality project on time and within
budget. At Wood, you will have exposure to several different
professions and have the right career path to guide you toward
personal success. Our culture requires a 'can do' attitude and a
willingness to challenge yourself to be the best engineer you can
be .
The position will entail working on structural evaluation, repair,
and new design projects on a variety of types of commercial,
government, and industrial buildings and similar structures. Work
may also include evaluation and repair of building envelope systems
and general consulting regarding building performance . Our p
rojects are generally located throughout the Carolinas and the
eastern United States ; however, we do work nationwide and
occasionally worldwide . Candidate will have opportunity to
collaborate with personnel at other Wood offices throughout the
company.
Key Responsibilities :
Take advantage of mentoring opportunities within the team for
career guidance and passing the PE exam
Gain knowledge within a diverse set of professionals and develop
your personal preferences for career growth
Understand the team's five-year vision and remain adaptable to
learning new processes and procedures associated with various
client delivery models
Assist team with Business Development activities by 'Doing Good
Work'
Work under the direct supervision of multiple senior Professional
Engineers and team leaders
Provide technical collaboration to all projects within the
group
Follow corporate/office health and safety procedures
Perform field exploration, inspection, and documentation with a
team of engineers
Assist Engineers with preparation of calculations, reports,
specifications, construction documents and other project related
documentation, necessary for design
Take ownership of work product regarding time, quality and
deadlines
Skills / Qualifications
The individual is expected to have :
B.S. in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering .
MS is preferred
0-3 years of professional engineering experience
Successfully passed the FE exam or can be completed within 6 months
of hire.
Willing to become a Licensed Professional Engineer in North
Carolina
Demonstrated experience in a team atmosphere
Adhere to corporate/office standards for safety and quality of
work
Strong written/oral communication skills and the ability to plan
for team success
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Access)
Familiarity with common Structural Engineering software tools (
e.g. AutoCAD, Revit , STAAD.Pro , RAM Structural System, Tedds ,
RISA ), although proficiency is not required
A valid driver's license and clean DMV report
Ability to pass a background check for entry into DoD
facilities
Flexibility to travel as required, at times up to 2 0 % travel;
typically , one week or less domestic trips
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across
energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to
some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide
consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60
countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a
diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and
without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list):
race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or
other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing
laws.
Keywords: Wood, Charlotte , Entry Level Structural Engineer, Engineering , Charlotte, North Carolina
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