Description

Mass Timber Structural Engineer

Position Description

The Mass Timber Structural Engineer is a senior project-level role based in our Bend or Portland office with a hybrid schedule that supports in-office collaboration and flexible remote this position you lead the structural engineering scope on mass timber projects spanning delegated design engineer of record assignments and construction assistance working closely with architects fabricators manufacturers and contractors from early design through project delivery.

Day to day you are reviewing and coordinating manufacturer shop drawings running structural calculations for CLT glulam MPP and related mass timber systems developing connection details at the steel interface and hardware level and resolving coordination challenges between design documents and fabrication realities. You manage RFIs submittals and construction coordination while staying focused on constructability tolerances and erection sequencing.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $83000 to $115000 annually.

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidates years of experience licensure status location level of proficiency and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Required Qualifications**

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution
• 7 years of structural engineering experience with direct hands-on focus on mass timber systems including CLT glulam and MPP
• Demonstrated ability to review interpret and coordinate mass timber shop drawings and construction documents
• Ability to produce structural calculations for mass timber buildings and develop design drawings and details
• High proficiency in NDS and applicable building codes for mass timber design
• Experience coordinating directly with mass timber fabricators suppliers and design-assist teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications**

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain by comity
• Experience with MPP DLT NLT GLT ADLT or hybrid timber systems
• Familiarity with Type IV construction requirements
• Familiarity with SDPWS Appendix B
• Experience with Dlubal or equivalent structural analysis software
• BIM coordination workflow experience
• Field experience including rigging and bracing for mass timber erection
• Vibration analysis and fire/char design exposure

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they dont meet 100% of the listed requirements We dont want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities***

• Lead structural design analysis and documentation for mass timber projects including delegated design submittals EOR assignments and construction assistance scopes
• Review and coordinate manufacturer shop drawings ensuring alignment with contract documents fabrication constraints and erection sequencing
• Develop and refine connection details for CLT glulam MPP and other mass timber systems including steel interfaces and hardware specifications
• Collaborate with architects fabricators contractors and manufacturers to resolve coordination challenges and support constructability from design through project closeout
• Manage structural scope schedule and budget for assigned projects including RFIs submittals and cost estimate preparation as required
• Mentor junior engineers and BIM staff through technical direction quality review and hands-on project involvement
• Support business development by contributing to fee proposals participating in client relationship management and representing the firm at mass timber industry events

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell we empower creative designers to discover imaginative responsible first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that we support a strong cohesive team from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together we champion diversity equity inclusion and belonging placing people at the center of our practice thus our tagline design meets you. Together we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here the people we work for and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: pay will be determined based on the candidates years of experience licensure status location level of proficiency and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend stretch twist and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

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