Job Description

Job Description

MRCE is in search of Structural Engineers who are ready to kickstart their careers with a leading engineering consulting company in New York City, Philadelphia, Boston and Virginia. Our structural engineers are exposed to a wide range of geo-structural foundation challenges, providing opportunities to learn from experienced engineers and leadership and tackle technical challenges on complex engineering projects. At MRCE, we are dedicated to combining your academic training with engineering judgment to provide a solid engineering experience and develop strong technical skills. These experiences will give you a comprehensive understanding of high-tech design and realistic construction methods and requirements, ensuring your professional growth and success in the field.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits and available information research for new opportunities
• Perform pre and post-condition surveys of buildings and structures;
• Developing forces calculations due to lateral retaining systems, support of excavation and underpinning systems, deep foundations, waterfront structures.
• Assist in designing temporary support structures and deep foundations (driven and drilled piles) in accordance with local building codes and applicable standards.
• Assist in performing inspections for new foundation construction, including but not limited to deep and shallow foundations, subgrade preparation, support of excavation structures, underpinning systems, and pile load tests.
• Prepare daily logs and communicate investigation or construction progress with the office.
• Assist in preparing inspection logs and reports for construction approval and Code compliance.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Travel Requirements

• Travel locally by public transportation, or with vehicle for equipment transport.
• Travel long-distance by air or train; overnight stays.

Typical Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Navigate job site/field environment as well as an office environment.
• Remain either stationary for extended periods (for instance, in a chair or vehicle), or move often (for instance, walking through a job site), depending on project needs.
• Lift and carry equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner and climb ladders and stairs for reading instruments.
• Navigate uneven ground and footing conditions (for example, soil/gravel/ mud footing, riprap and slopes, rugged terrain).
• Work in varying weather conditions (for example, cold, hot, rain, snow).
• Wear gloves, use hands, handle or feel objects, tools, machinery and computers.
• Communicate with others; exchange information accurately.
• Operate a computer.
• Operate specialized equipment and instruments.
• Work in varying noise levels in the construction work environment.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program;

• 0-2 years of experience in a similar role;
• Numerical analysis and modeling is a plus
• Auto CAD, MicroStation, Revit experience is a plus
• Knowledge of L-Pile, Sap 2000, Risa, and other specialty software is a plus
• Engineer in Training or registered for FE examination;
• Readiness to spend time in the field for short or long-term projects;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Capable of working independently and collaborating with team;
• Capable of professionally representing themselves and the company on sites and with clients.

MRCE supports professional development, encourages extracurricular technical activities, and Professional Engineering registration. The firm offers competitive salaries, overtime pay, 10 paid holidays and vacation leave, maternal/paternal leave, medical benefits including dental and vision, life insurance, referral program, Transit Check, a 401(k) contribution, and additional benefits to full time employees. MRCE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons.

MRCE is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law .

Base Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000. Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications and credentials. This position is eligible for straight-time overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm.

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