Senior Structural Engineer – Seismic, Equipment Qualification

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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.

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