Job Description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we’re making an impact around the world.

Think of your career as a journey? Come pave the tracks to innovation with our Transit & Rail team and provide revolutionary options for safe, efficient, and affordable transit. Be a part of this change…from the first mile to the last.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's New York City office is seeking a Structural Engineer to support engineering teams on large infrastructure design projects and pursuits in the New York City Metropolitan area. The engineer will work under direct supervision of a Design Manager or Senior Structural Engineer to assist on design and management of infrastructure projects and public spaces. Join our dynamic Transit & Rail Structures team and work alongside others who share your passion for improving communities through exciting and unique projects.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop project design deliverables including design criteria, contract design documents, design specifications, quantities and related calculations for various design projects under Design/Build and DesigAn/Bid/Build environments.
• Perform calculations independently using relevant analysis and design software.
• Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials.
• Help resolve complex technical problems and exercise independent decision making.
• Perform construction phase services on behalf of the Designer of Record.
• Mentor and monitor work by Structural Designers.
• Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/designer.
• Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.
• Attends and assists in client/contractor/stakeholder meetings to gain a better understanding of client’s goals.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer license in the State of NY.
• Proficiency in software such as STAAD, SAP, RISA, PCA Structure Point Suite, and similar.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, OpenBuildings and/Autodesk Construction Cloud, and MicroStation.
• Proficient knowledge of structural design codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions.
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with agencies such as MTA, PANYNJ, NJ Transit, Amtrak or other public agencies is desired.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil (Structural) Engineering from an accredited institution
• Master’s Degree in Civil (Structural) Engineering from an accredited institution preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in structural design

Position will primarily work in an office setting; may require some field work.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Why Choose Stantec?

• Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
• Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to improve communities through exciting and unique projects.
• Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.
• We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the baseball game that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
• Stantec’s New York City office is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan, walking distance from Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station, and the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Overlooking Bryant Park and the historic New York Public Library, the neighborhood is home to countless restaurants, coffee shops, and iconic Fifth Avenue shopping. With multiple disciplines located under one roof, our New York City office fosters a collaborative approach to tackling technically complex, never-seen-that-before challenges that our clients present and our urban fabric demands.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Are you interested in this role but don’t meet every single requirement? At Stantec we create opportunities by inviting, embracing, and celebrating differences. So even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.