Structural Engineer

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. Tepa Companies is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workforce.

Location: St. Louis, MO and Denver, CO

We understand that life happens and strive to make it easier for employees to juggle work, family and life demands so they can define what fulfillment means to them. As part of our investment in our employees, this role is eligible to participate in Tepa’s Hybrid Work Program, which allows remote work up to 2 days per week (i.e., work remotely up to 2 days per week; work in-office at least 3 days per week).

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking a Structural Engineer will assist in project design from the conceptual phase to the construction phase. As a Structural engineer, you will collaborate with the various project teams to develop, refine, and update design criteria, affect design direction, and be responsible for the generation of engineering plans, specifications, and where applicable, cost estimates. It is preferred that the successful candidate have experience working with at least one of the following entities: Federal, state, and local governments.

Job Functions:

• Assists with and/or lead the design of buildings and other structures in a variety of markets, such as commercial, federal, and infrastructure.
• Team with engineers and other staff to complete projects on schedule, staying within the given scope and budget.
• Coordinates with other engineering and architecture disciplines in producing construction documents.
• Prepares designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, specifications, reports, schematic drawings, and final working drawings for a variety of projects.
• Performs construction administration tasks as contracts require, including coordinating with construction professionals, reviewing shop drawings, visiting sites, and answering RFI’s.
• Performs work including a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements.
• Reviews the designs and calculations of other engineers.
• Provides guidance and/or mentorship to less-experienced engineers.
• Performs condition assessments and site visits as needed.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in structural engineering or related degree from an ABET-accredited program; required
• A minimum of five (5) year’s experience
• Licensed Professional Engineer or having passed the FE exam with the ability to become a licensed engineer within a year of hire
• Previous Federal Government project design experience; preferred
• Ability to support multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of design best practices
• Ability to solve complex problems
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prepare reports and edit proposals
• Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM
• Existing local area industry and vendor relationships preferred but not desired
• Job requires a background check and drug test