Senior Structural Engineer – Seismic, Equipment Qualification
Location
Oregon
Posted
12 days ago
Salary
$110K - $170K / year
Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Lead and manage seismic compliance for low- and medium-voltage power distribution equipment, including both standard products and custom design-to-order offerings.
• Own the planning, execution, and documentation of seismic qualification programs in accordance with ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, IEEE 693, and related standards.
• Manage HCAi (formerly OSHPD) seismic preapprovals, enabling maximum flexibility for custom design-to-order equipment.
• Collaborate with our clients’ Structural Engineers of Record (SEOR) and AHJs on site-specific studies and approvals for custom-engineered equipment.
• Coordinate the design, fabrication, and analysis of seismic test articles in collaboration with product development and manufacturing teams.
• Plan, schedule, and support shake table testing at external laboratories, including travel to witness and support tests.
• Review test data, evaluate results, and prepare technical reports and certification submittals.
• Support R&D and product development by designing and optimizing structural components within electrical equipment.
• Design and analyze equipment skids, frames, enclosures, and containerized or modular power solutions.
• Provide structural guidance on anchorage, load paths, vibration, and transport-related considerations.
• Support continuous improvement of structural design practices, seismic strategies, and internal engineering standards.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (structural emphasis required); Master’s degree preferred.
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required; California licensure strongly preferred.
- 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering, with a focus on seismic design and nonstructural component qualification.
- Demonstrated experience with HCAi preapproval processes.
- Strong working knowledge of ICC-ES AC156, IBC, UBC, and IEEE 693.
- Experience designing structural steel components, frames, skids, and equipment support structures.
- Ability to translate code and test requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customers.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success.