Staff Engineer | Civil/Structural Engineering [CSB004]

Summary

ProSidian Consulting is a management and operations consulting services firm that provides tailored solutions across risk management, compliance, business processes, IT effectiveness, energy and sustainability, and talent management. The Staff Engineer will provide civil and structural engineering support to a federal agency investigating chemical accidents, including structural assessments, field safety support, drone-based imaging, consulting, reporting, testing, and hazard mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate structures, brief Government investigation team on building construction, structural systems, damage severity, safety, and hazards
• Perform or facilitate necessary testing and analysis to assess structures
• Assess and report on structure safety for entry, identify safe entry paths, and recommend mitigative work if necessary
• Re-evaluate and report potential structural hazards in areas of entry, noting any changes since previous assessments
• Conduct or facilitate testing and analysis to evaluate structures
• Provide daily safety briefings to investigation team, ensure hazard awareness, and outline emergency procedures
• Assist team during site entry, conduct continual observations, and provide recommendations on structural risks and entry routes
• Revise entry plans as needed based on site and environmental conditions
• Provide personnel and equipment for aerial photography and videography
• Utilize aerial drones to gather data for safe entry and investigation
• Perform consulting services on building codes, damage assessments, or other topics as requested by CSB
• Develop reports on requested subjects, review CSB products, and provide recommended edits
• Draft reports detailing structural integrity issues, including analysis, findings, and conclusions
• Consult with Government on investigation discoveries, provide expert analysis and feedback, and develop drawings for protocols and work products
• Conduct or facilitate testing, research, or hazard mitigation to evaluate or ensure safe entry into the area of interest
• Attend meetings as determined by the Government, including pre-incident meetings and those based on project complexity, estimated at five to six meetings of one hour each for each assigned task

Skills

• A. shall possess or acquire any training or certifications needed to enter chemical facilities, where necessary; A degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering and must have professional engineering licensure
• B. must be able to provide damage assessments of industrial facilities that have experienced damage from chemical incidents
• C. must have experience assessing the structural integrity of facilities that have experienced severe damage
• D. must have the training and equipment necessary, where required, to wear a respirator within the facility or have the ability to obtain such training and equipment on short notice
• E. must have the required training, certifications, and licenses to record aerial images via unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)
• F. must have Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) training, including the Advanced Structures Specialist training certification by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Entry-level positions may require 0-3 years of experience, while senior-level roles may require 10+ years of experience in civil or structural engineering, with a proven track record of successful project management and leadership
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.Pro, as well as CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit, is often required
• Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards is also essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are important for effectively communicating with clients, team members, and stakeholders
• This includes the ability to prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation
• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, is often required for higher-level roles
• Leadership qualities such as decision-making, problem-solving, and the ability to mentor and supervise junior staff members are important for roles at the senior and management levels
• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field is typically required for entry-level positions
• Higher-level roles may require a master's degree or Ph.D. in civil engineering or a specialized area
• Many positions, especially those involving the design and oversight of structural projects, require licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management
• Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities
• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• Understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary

Qualifications

Must Haves

• a. shall possess or acquire any training or certifications needed to enter chemical facilities, where necessary; A degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering and must have professional engineering licensure
• b. must be able to provide damage assessments of industrial facilities that have experienced damage from chemical incidents
• c. must have experience assessing the structural integrity of facilities that have experienced severe damage
• d. must have the training and equipment necessary, where required, to wear a respirator within the facility or have the ability to obtain such training and equipment on short notice
• e. must have the required training, certifications, and licenses to record aerial images via unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)
• f. must have Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) training, including the Advanced Structures Specialist training certification by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Entry-level positions may require 0-3 years of experience, while senior-level roles may require 10+ years of experience in civil or structural engineering, with a proven track record of successful project management and leadership
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.Pro, as well as CAD software like AutoCAD or Revit, is often required
• Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards is also essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are important for effectively communicating with clients, team members, and stakeholders
• This includes the ability to prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation
• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation, is often required for higher-level roles
• Leadership qualities such as decision-making, problem-solving, and the ability to mentor and supervise junior staff members are important for roles at the senior and management levels
• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field is typically required for entry-level positions
• Higher-level roles may require a master's degree or Ph.D. in civil engineering or a specialized area
• Many positions, especially those involving the design and oversight of structural projects, require licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills for effective team management
• Outstanding time management and prioritization abilities to meet project milestones
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities
• Ability to multi-task and pay close attention to detail
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary

Benefits

• Remote work option supporting the engagement from the CONUS Region.
• Competitive Compensation with full Gold Level (Tier 1) Group Medical Benefits, Pretax Employee Benefit Plan, plus performance incentives.
• Group Health Insurance including medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employee and family coverage available and an employer contribution of 50% of employee-only premiums under the Health and Vision Plan.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with pretax employee contributions, immediate 100% vesting of employee and matching contributions, and a basic employer match of up to 4% of pay for participants who defer at least 5% of their pay.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits, including two weeks of vacation/sick days and 10 federal government holidays.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs through a Premium Only Plan (POP), including a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through the ProSidian Corporate Perks Benefit Program for eligible employees.
• Professional connections, client interaction, leverageable experience, and opportunities to contribute to thought leadership while building marketable experiences.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: up to $5k for referrals, with payments made after the new hire has been employed for 90 days.
• Performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.