Building & Plans Engineer (Structural Engineer)

Reedy Creek Improvement District
Job Posting

POSTING DATE:    July 12, 2016

CLOSING DATE:    July 26, 2016

CLASSIFICATION:    Building & Plans Engineer (Structural Engineer)

HOURS:    8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:    
•    Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Structural Engineering or closely related discipline.
•    Standard Building Plans Examiner License preferred.
•    Standard Building Inspector License preferred.
•    Five to seven years of experience as a Structural Engineer or related Engineering position.
•    Must possess a valid Florida State Driver's license and maintain eligibility under the District's commercial vehicle program.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Perform functions to review and analyze structural drawings, calculations, and specifications to ensure compliance with building codes, standards, laws and regulations, making decisions based on conclusions for which there is little precedent.

Review and analyze structural drawings, calculations, and specifications for compliance with EPCOT Building Code and Florida laws.

Interact with contractors, designers, property owners and the public regarding design and permit issues. 

Interpret legal requirements related to structural matters, Work with designers, contractors and owners to develop compliance solutions. 

Investigate structural failures caused by design or construction deficiencies, or nature forces.

Prepare reports and evaluate material testing reports for Manager of Building and Safety.

Investigate unusual structural problems. Interpret code and ordinance requirements regarding structural matters. Assist with other inspections as required.

Conduct surveys of buildings to detect code violations or hazardous conditions. 

Obtain evidence and create reports following structural violations which have not been corrected.

Assist in the development and modification of structural design and construction requirements for building codes. 
Perform annual emergency power tests as required.

Perform or assist with any operations, as required to maintain workflow and to meet schedules and quality requirements. 

Participate in any variety of meetings and work groups to integrate activities, 

communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, and policies.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of principles and practices of civil and architectural engineering as applied to the alteration and construction of buildings and structures.

Knowledge of codes and legal requirements related to structural matters.

Knowledge of modern engineering building methods.

Demonstrate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

SALARY:    Minimum starting salary $1,319 weekly.

TO APPLY:    Apply online directly on our website (www.rcid.org). Resumes can be uploaded to online submission. Any inquiries can be sent to Patrick Midthun at jobs@rcid.org.