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MKA International, Inc.

Structural Engineer

washington, DC

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MKA International, Inc. lists this Structural Engineer opportunity in washington, District of Columbia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Professional Engineer to our team of multi-disciplinary licensed engineers. The individual will have knowledge in the behavior of structural systems and their components for use in forensic engineering relating to residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures. Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired but not necessary if background is strong in design. Building system types include but are not limited to: steel, concrete, masonry, wood, roofing and building envelopes.

Responsibilities and Duties

Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to structural systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.

Utilize building codes, technical knowledge of structural behavior, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.

Evaluate design drawings and documentation.

Communicate with Clients, interface with code officials and contractors and provide detailed reports.

Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.

Retention and development of Client relationships.

Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.

Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited program required.

Maryland Licensed Professional Engineer through NCEES examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.

Minimum 5 Years Structural Engineering experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of structural behavior.

Knowledge of national building and construction codes (ICC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, NDS, etc.)

Knowledge and experience of structural engineering concepts, principles and practices.

Knowledge of multiple types of construction, a plus.

Field experience.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Experience in providing Litigation Support including Expert Testimony at Depositions and/or Trial, Mediation and Arbitration proceedings, desirable.

Compensation: $90k – $130k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States for any employer and have a good driving record.

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washington, DC, 20022, US

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