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 & Tools
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