PTAC Engineering

Project Engineer – PTAC Engineering

PTAC Engineering

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Tampa • Florida • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Independently complete the design of precast structures and lateral systems
  • Check precast shop and erection drawings for accuracy and compliance
  • Participate in ongoing standards development and process improvement
  • Coordinate externally with precast producers and design teams, and internally with the Drafting, Engineering, and BIM departments
  • Develop and train Design Engineers to strengthen team capabilities
  • Aid in creating project engineering schedules and manage assigned design deliverables
  • Prepare and review final submittal packages for client approval
  • Oversee the initial framing model and collaborate with drafting staff
  • Participate in all project-related meetings, both internal and external
  • Perform final model reviews and adjust calculations based on review comments
  • Review and approve design information and hardware details before submittal
  • Add and verify required parameters in the model, including: DESIGN_NUMBER, FINAL_STRENGTH / RELEASE_STRENGTH, WEIGHT_PER_UNIT (default 150)
  • Verify mark numbers for accuracy
  • Add and manage model elements including reinforcing (strand, rebar, mesh, WWF, c-grid, etc.), lifting/handling devices, corbel assemblies, heel plates, strong backs, and insulation sheets/pins (client-specific)
  • Check for interferences and ensure assemblies are properly created and reinforced
  • Use modeling tools to set Top as Cast and mark assemblies appropriately
  • Assist the Technical Director in hosting training programs for internal engineering staff
  • Support process improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the department

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an ABET-accredited university in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
  • Acceptable alternative degrees: Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • 3–6 years of experience in precast engineering or a related field
  • EIT certification required
  • PE certification preferred
  • Software Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), MathCAD, Precast design software (Eriksson preferred), Structural analysis or finite element analysis software (RISA 3D preferred), 3D modeling software (Revit preferred)
Benefits
  • Competitive Salaries
  • 100% paid healthcare for the employee
  • If family coverage is needed, PTAC pays 50% of the difference
  • 100% employee-paid Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • PTO: 0–5 years: 80 hours
  • 6–10 years: 120 hours
  • 10+ years: 160 hours
  • 40 hours of sick time per year
  • Up to 4% 401(k) match
  • Standard paid holidays
  • Casual/relaxed work environment
  • Option to work from home

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
precast designstructural analysisfinite element analysis3D modelingdesign calculationsmodel verificationprocess improvementproject engineering schedulingdesign deliverables managementdrafting coordination
Soft skills
team leadershipcommunicationcollaborationtrainingorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillsprocess improvementknowledge sharing
Certifications
EITPE