Civil Structural Engineer - Rolling Meadows, United States - SEA Corp

Description

Job Description

Job Description

We love what we do and the company behind it, and we are adding to our dynamic Chicago team - come see how to Be Better at SEA, Ltd.

S-E-A, Ltd.

is a national forensic engineering firm with over 50 years in the industry, partnering with national law firms, insurance companies, and manufacturers to investigate the "why" when things fail.

Our staff evaluate a wide and ever-changing range of failures, creating an engaging and often complex technical environment, and we are looking for curious, intelligent, life-long learners with a strong sense of integrity.

This opportunity is ideal for a professional who does not want to work in front of a computer all day and enjoys a field component of work.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Conduct unbiased field investigations and analyze failures regarding structural and construction claims involving residential, commercial, and industrial properties
Determine of the origin, cause, and extent of structural failures, water intrusions, roof damage, construction defects, and building system failures, including envelope, roof, wall, and glazing
Assignments may include foundation settlement investigations, structural assessments, site evaluations, sub-surface investigations, and vibration analysis.
Analyze failures in buildings and other infrastructure systems by conducting site visits and applying engineering principles and practices in accordance with codes and industry standards
Prepare oral and written reports in layman's terms that document causes of failure, extent of loss, and recommended remediation
Deliver professional presentations, develop and retain client relationships, and promote self to client and professional groups
Ability to appropriately support conclusions in expert testimony for legal proceedings
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Position Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Architectural, Civil, or Structural Engineering
Minimum of four (4) years of post-academic civil or structural engineering experience
P.E. and S.E registration or willingness and ability to obtain within 12 months
Mixed time between field sites and the office
Exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred:
Advanced degree in Architecture, Civil, or Structural Engineering
Seven (7) years of post-academic civil or structural engineering experience
P.E. registration

(highly preferred )
S.E. registration ( highly preferred )
Public speaking experience

Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to climb ladders and inspect roofs
Ability to maneuver in and around buildings and in confined spaces
Ability to drive to site locations

Benefits:
Extensive forensic training
Bonus program
Medical, dental vision coverage
On-site fitness facility
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation, sick days and holidays
Company-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
Company provided phone/iPad
Tuition Reimbursement program
Parental leave policy
Flexplace policy following training

SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company.

We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients.

SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing.

We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.

SEA is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

SEA places a strong value and priority on diversity, equity and inclusion across the company.

We believe these values result in a more enriched work environment for our employees and allow us to best provide to our clients.

SEA is also focused on, and committed to, staff health and wellbeing.

We offer several benefits aimed at health and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program and a Motion Wellness Program that rewards activity through contributions to employee HSA accounts.

SEA is a dedicated equal opportunity employer, evaluating all qualified applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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