Structural Engineer

Job Description

Digital Building Components (DBC) has an exciting opportunity in our Phoenix, AZ office and are looking to fill a role for a Structural Engineer . Digital Building Components offers a unique approach to building faster projects, at a lower cost, and a higher level of quality. This is made possible through digital fabrication: Digital Building’s technology-driven process that transforms computer models and CAD/CAM drawings directly into precise-to-spec building components (BIM-to-Fabrication).

As a design-builder of structural building systems across the US, DBC is seeking a Structural Engineer who will be part of a team that is responsible for managing the design of our projects. As our current platform is cold-formed steel framing , experience with this system is most desired, but expertise with structural steel and concrete systems is also beneficial. DBC’s Design Team creatively integrates traditional design methodologies with modern technology and factory operations, all without sacrificing architectural design. DBC strongly believes in investing in each individual and that everyone contributes to the success of the company’s mission.

Responsibilities

Assist in prefab feasibility reviews during pursuits

Provide estimated framing and connections during pursuits

Support Sales team on pursuit calls with AORs, SEORs , and GCs

Provide in-house engineering budgets for projects

Coordinate structural consultant RFPs

Provide panel structural support & joint markups to aid with panelization

Review project specifications

Represent DBC on design calls with AORs, SEORs , & GCs

Lead structural consultants through course of projects

Review consulting structural engineer drawings for accuracy and consistency

Consolidate consulting structural engineer drawings for efficient fabrication

Develop structural details for fabrication that align with DBC capabilities

Review panel lifting and weights

Review and coordinate with Architectural Panel Shops

Provide engineering support to Project Management, Architecture, Modelers, Production, Product Development, QC , and Install

Assist Project Management with structural RFIs

Perform structural calculations f or mockups and prototypes

Perform 3-D model framing QC

Review framing models and spool sheets

Provide calculations and lead testing for panel lifting approaches

Support Production with framing questions and fixes

Support Install with framing/connection questions and fixes

Basic Qualifications

Strong communication skills and ability to work in teams

Urgency for meeting deadlines and getting needs in advance

Excellent planning and organization skills

Commitment to continuing education, self-development and growth

Passion for technology and creating better solutions

Required Education

Bachelor’s in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master’s in Structural Engineering is a plus

Required Experience:

At least 4 years of experienc e

Experience with cold-formed steel design

Experience with specification reviews

Experience with s eismic and/or high wind design

P r ofessional Engineer (PE)

Knowledge of building codes, design & construction standards

Shop drawing review, plan review process, and construction administration

Preferred Experience:

S tructural E ngineer (SE)

Familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, and Bluebeam

Load bearing and/or exterior by-pass cold-formed steel design

Experience with OSHPD / HCAI

Design- build experience

Panelized/modular design experience

Experience with h ealthcare and/or data center projects

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together - by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .