Dams And Hydropower Jr. Structural Engineer

We are currently hiring a Structural Engineer to join our Dams and Hydropower Discipline in our Buffalo, NY or Rochester, NY office.

LaBella provides structural engineering services to a various portfolio of clients with emphasis on new design, repair, and rehabilitation of constructed works, as well as investigation and performance evaluation. In the Dams and Hydropower Discipline, these skills are focused on concrete and embankment dams, waterway structures, powerhouses, and infrastructure associated with reservoirs and hydroelectric power generation. This position will work closely under the supervision of a Senior Structural Engineer to develop concepts, strategies, designs, drawings, specifications, and reports. Individual must be able to work independently, as well as part of multi-discipline teams.

This role can accelerate your career goals through immediate opportunities to lead, and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and opportunities to become a LaBella shareholder.

Duties

• Determine structural loading criteria, perform complex design calculations, and prepare structural specifications.
• Perform field investigations and condition assessments of hydropower related infrastructure including dams, penstocks, gates/valves, etc. under the guidance of a Senior Structural Engineer.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines.
• Produce construction documents using Revit (BIM) or AutoCAD.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFI’s and perform field observations during CA phase.
• Communicate effectively both formally and informally in all typical platforms (in person, written, email, phone, video conference).

Requirements

• Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with structural coursework.
• Engineering in Training Certificate (E.I.T.) required.
• Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• 0 to 5 years of experience with concrete, steel, masonry, and/or wood design is required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and structural engineering design software (RISA, SAP, and/or TSD) is required.
• Technical writing skills related to field investigation/inspection reporting, document development, and emails.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and format Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events