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Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Engineering, the Structural Engineer I has the responsibility of conducting structural analysis of communication towers which includes the creation of appropriate documentation and analysis reports. Communication towers include, but not limited to: monopole towers, self-supporting towers, guyed towers, etc.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Review tower structure and foundation. Perform analyses for existing and proposed configurations for structures including, but not limited to: towers, monopoles, and other antenna supporting structures.
Convert structural analysis performed in other analysis software to TNX tower software. Assist in matching results.
Navigate tower analysis software and assist with performing analyses on projects of varying complexity using hand calculations and other accepted methods.
Manage structural calculations performed by manufacturer/engineering firms in house and ensure they are up to date and accurate.
Assist with the development of policies, procedures, standards, and code related activity.
Assist in the design of modifications for tower reinforcing, extensions, and foundations.
Generate required engineering reports for review.
Draw models in AutoCAD 2013 in 2D, as well as 3D.
Review shop drawings, structural drawings, and calculations.
Other projects and duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or related field of study required.
0-1 years of related experience in structural analysis for telecommunication towers.
Experience with modeling, design, and analysis of vertical structures required.
Experience working with AutoCAD 2014 preferred.
Experience working with Finite Element Analysis or related Software preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work proficiently with Microsoft Office applications including: Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area and volume.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone.
Visual ability correctable to 20/20.
Sitting 90% of the day.
Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone.
Manual dexterity to input data into the computer.
Ability to stoop and bend.
Ability to operate and/or travel by motor vehicle as needed.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.