We are seeking a highly skilled Structural Engineer to contribute to the structural design and development of projects for a prominent Colombian Civil Engineering company with a combined experience of over 100 years offering Structural Design (occasionally complete design, all disciplines and design-build) services for all types of projects, with specialty in out of the common, signature projects.
The ideal candidate will have experience designing structures using various materials and be proficient in industry-standard software.
This role involves preparing structural construction documents, including calculations, specifications, and drawings.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and analyze structures using various materials such as concrete, steel, light gauge steel, wood, and masonry.
- Prepare full sets of structural drawings for construction projects.
- Perform structural calculations and analyses to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Develop and review structural construction documents, including calculations, specifications, and drawings.
- Work collaboratively with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality designs.
- Utilize software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Enercalc, and the latest SAP2000 for structural design and documentation.
- Ensure projects comply with local, national, and international building codes and regulations.
- Work in both metric and imperial unit systems as used in the USA.
- Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively in English and Spanish.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: 3+ years of experience in structural design, preferably with buildings.
- Software Proficiency:
- AutoCAD
- Revit for Structural Engineering
- Enercalc
- SAP2000 (latest version)
- Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles, analysis methods, and material properties.
- Experience with structural modeling, analysis, and detailing.
- Ability to develop full structural drawing sets independently.
- Knowledge of USA building codes (IBC, ACI, AISC, ASCE 7, etc.).
- Proficiency in both metric and imperial unit systems.
- Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while also handling independent tasks.
About the company
Odisea fue fundada bajo la creencia de que las empresas increíbles solo pueden ser construidas sobre la base de una cultura intencional cultivada por personas excelentes.
En Odisea, estamos abordando una necesidad específica al redefinir el 'nearshoring' para ayudar a cerrar la brecha de oportunidades entre Colombia y los Estados Unidos, y estamos construyendo un equipo apasionado de profesionales comprometidos con este propósito.
Apply now to join this great team and see how your career continues to grow.