Structural Project Engineer

Structural Project Engineer At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way. Job Summary: Salas O’Brien is seeking a licensed structural engineer to lead structural services in our New York City office. In this role, you will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment alongside in-house architects and engineers. This role will involve an assortment of duties including project management, staff management, engineering analysis, and managing subconsultants. Our subconsultants include NYC Qualified Retaining Wall Inspectors (QRWI), Qualified Exterior Wall Inspectors (QEWI), civil engineers, and geotechnical engineers. Duties and Responsibilities: Structural and wind load analysis. Structural support systems for mechanical equipment in existing buildings. Assessment of potential structural damage or defects in existing buildings. Analysis and/or preparation of models and calculations for various structural elements and systems. Contract document development including construction drawings and written specifications. Construction administration including review of shop drawings, RFI, and site inspections. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. 7+ years experience in structural design and project administration. Professional Engineering license in NY is required. Rooftop PV and Dunnage structural analysis experience or similar. Experience with NYC existing buildings and project management preferred. Working knowledge of NYC Building Codes preferred. Good communication and management skills. Knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and construction administration services. Location : New York, NY Compensation & Benefits: The expected base salary range for this role is $145,000- 165,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, project experience and qualifications. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support For more information, visit our full benefits overview here . About Us: Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.