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Job Description:General Summary:The Structural Engineer, with limited supervision from Manager of Structural Engineering, will provide the technical, organizational and communication skills to produce well-designed and coordinated construction documents for structural systems.Primary ResponsibilitiesReview and/or establish project scope, structural budget, and design approach with the Manager of Structural Engineering, Project Manager and/or clientPerform as a project lead engineer for mid-size projects, managing the production effort of staff assigned to project in terms of quality, budget, and scheduleKeep current with latest code publications and apply them in everyday analysis as applicableProduce innovative design solutions and give valuable engineering judgment to the teamFormulate, design, and/or conduct analysis of structural framing systems and perform necessary calculationsConduct field measuring and checking at construction site to verify existing conditionsReview of existing structures and determination of reinforcing as needed.Ability to prepare construction documents e.g. drawings, details and specifications.Communicate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated construction documents with basic understanding of Architectural details and MEP requirements.Coordinate team of engineers and assign tasks while maintaining budget.Communicate scope changes to the Manager of Structural Engineering and Project ManagerMentor less experienced engineers and designersUse available structural computer programs to enhance productivity and verify results with manual checksPerforms related duties as assignedEmployment Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or other related field required; Master’s degree preferredProfessional Registration; S.E. preferredExperience:10 years of related experience in the structural engineering fieldStrong working knowledge of wind and seismic designSkills/Competencies:Analysis: Risa, RAM, ETABS, and SAP2000 preferredDrafting: Revit and BluebeamHave an excellent work ethic and a desire to succeedAbout UsAt Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.Pay TransparencyGhafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.AccommodationGhafari Associates is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability to use our online system to apply for a position, you may also apply for positions in the following ways:By fax at: 313.436.8624, Attn: Human ResourcesBy mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Attn: Human ResourcesIn person at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126By email at: hr@ghafari.comIf there are any questions about the accommodations offered above, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.SummaryLocation: Dearborn, MI; Grand Rapids, MI; Birmingham, AL; Fort Worth, TX; Indianapolis, INType: Full time

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