Seismic SME – Structural Engineer
LJB Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Houston • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $90,000 - $130,000 per year
About the role
- Independently perform structural analysis and calculations for structural systems, including superstructures, foundations, and floor slabs.
- Serve as a technical expert for seismic design within the Buildings Practice, guiding project teams on design approaches in high-seismic zones.
- Define, document, and promote best practices and internal standards for seismic structural design and detailing.
- Validate technical requirements and deliverables for projects involving high-seismic performance.
- Conduct quality reviews of design documents and drawings to ensure technical accuracy and code compliance.
- Assist in the development and delivery of in-house training materials focused on seismic design for structural engineers.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to the development of design tools and technical resources.
- Support business development and client engagement efforts by participating in design-phase meetings and technical discussions.
- Identify areas for procedural improvement and recommend updates to internal design processes and tools.
- Communicate clearly about seismic behavior and common design challenges, helping to raise the firm's overall seismic knowledge base.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering with Structural emphasis
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
- 8+ years of experience in structural steel and reinforced concrete design
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with seismic structural analysis and lateral system design
- Proficient with design software such as RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, Enercalc, and Microsoft Excel
- Experience preparing full construction document packages including drawings, specifications, and reports
- Familiarity with mid-rise structures, especially cast-in-place concrete and steel-framed buildings
- Experience with masonry and timber building design
- Working knowledge of Revit and coordination with BIM workflows
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
structural analysisseismic designstructural steel designreinforced concrete designlateral system designconstruction document preparationmasonry designtimber designBIM workflows
Soft skills
mentoringcommunicationbusiness developmentclient engagementprocedural improvement
Certifications
Bachelors degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licensure