Design Engineer ll at Kforce Inc in Boca Raton, Florida

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Boca Raton, FL that is seeking a Design Engineer II.

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural tower and mount analyses on existing tower structures/communication structures to determine their structural capacity


• Review structural tower and mount analyses performed by Design Engineers for thoroughness and accuracy


• Perform structural calculations on foundations for tower structures/communication structures to determine their capacity


• Review foundation calculations performed by Design Engineers for thoroughness and accuracy


• Perform seismic calculations on existing tower structures/communication structures to determine is the seismic loading or wind loading governs


• Assist reviewing and performing building rooftop analyses for customer installations and upgrades


• Design complex tower modifications to reinforce tower structures if the loading parameters produce areas of overstressing; Coordinate the design with drafting to produce accurate detail drawings for bidding and construction purposes


• Review tower structural analyses, mount analyses, and structural modification drawings and analyses performed by approved vendors


• Write professional engineering analysis, construction reports and review peer reports


• Stay current with the standard changes effecting the tower and communication structures industry and as tenants and clients change and modify their loadings


• Represent company on various TIA sub-committees to provide input in the tower industry


• Coordinate with outside consulting firms, tower crews both verbally and in writing when necessary to make sure projected dates of field work is completed on time


• Utilize the company's workflow process to communicate engineering analysis results to operations and leasing teams


• Assist with the tower defect review process during acquisition process of new towers


• Assist the tower repair and maintenance process on an ongoing basis

REQUIREMENTS:

• Four-year degree with emphasis in Civil/Structural engineering required


• Master's degree in Structural Engineering a plus


• 3-6 years experience in structural engineering required; Prefer communication tower industry experience


• Designation as Design Engineer II or III will depend on experience


• Registration as a professional engineer not required


• Knowledge in TNX Tower, RISA 3D, AutoCAD, and Excel are required


• Knowledge with the various building codes and standards, IBC, TIA Rev H, ACI, ASCE - 7


• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently


• Effective in an entrepreneurial culture, working independently and as part of a team

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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