Structural Engineer – Early Career

Overview

Shive-Hattery is a premier architecture and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In total, the firm has 16 offices across the US. Shive-Hattery was founded in 1895 and has earned and maintained a strong reputation for excellence in client focus, quality service and communication. The firm prides itself on its One Firm, full-service offering; placing the best people with their clients, no matter the project location.

Shive-Hattery’s West Des Moines IA office has an immediate opportunity for a Design Professional with 0 to 1 year of experience in the design and leadership of structural engineering projects.

Design projects as a structural engineer for industrial, commercial and education projects of various sizes with the main focus on industrial projects. 

• Work with experienced engineers and technicians while coordinating work within multi-discipline teams. The majority of efforts will focus on our long-standing Industrial clients who we work with locally and nationally
• Working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Manage shop drawing reviews

Why Shive-Hattery?

You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners, and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place.

At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally.

We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.

Benefit Highlights:

· Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage

· Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child

· Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity

· FSA – Medical & Dependent Care

· 8 Paid Holidays + PTO

· Paid Parental Leave

· 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match

· Overtime Bonus

· Profit Sharing Bonus

· First Time License Bonus

· Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support

· Professional Development Opportunities

· Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription

· …And Many More!

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

• Education: Recent graduate of an accredited engineering school or early career Engineer Intern (EI) with up to 3 years of experience
• Experience: 0 – 1 year of experience in the design & leadership of structural design projects; Previous internship in general structural engineering is advantageous, but not required.
• License/Certification:  Successful completion of the Fundamentals Of Engineering (FE) exam and designation as an Engineer Intern (EI) with interest in obtaining a Professional Engineer (PE) license. 
• Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle.
• Climb ladders and work on elevated platforms and open grating.
• Wear personal safety equipment required for specific clients and sites.
• Pass drug and background screenings required for work at most client sites.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Structural design experience using concrete, steel, and masonry. Wood design would be a plus
• willingness to collaborate with other disciplines
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing work
• Must have good attention to detail
• Possess good oral and written communication skills, and comfortable presenting design solutions to Owners
• Experience using Revit, 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software, and Microsoft Office software is preferred.