Graduate Engineer
Datum Engineers
About the Role
General Engineering Support in managing structural engineering projects, including coordination with clients, organization, assisting team members to execute the design, and leading the creation of construction documents.
Key Responsibilities
- Review construction submittals for structural elements designed by Datum.
- Calculate structural loads (e.g., Wind Load, Seismic, Gravity, etc.) based on Building Codes.
- Perform Structural Analysis and Design Calculations for beams, columns, diaphragms, lateral force resisting systems, and other holistic structural systems and components, for incorporation into Construction Documents.
- Perform jobsite visits to review structural elements’ general conformance with construction documents, and write related reports for clients.
- Assist with gathering information about buildings and construction in the field, either in existing facilities or facilities under construction.
- Work in building information models using Revit, depending on your abilities.
- Communicate design results in the form of construction documents.
- Perform miscellaneous office tasks as needed, such as assistance with establishing and maintaining design standards.
- Prepare framing layouts, markups, details, and scheduling drawings and sketches, typically using Bluebeam, to communicate structural design information to teammates, clients, and contractors.
- Communicate with teammates and clients to understand project structural needs.
- Develop a breadth of knowledge across multiple building types, structural materials, and systems. Learn and grow in your career as a structural engineer.
- Additional responsibilities commensurate with your interests or abilities.
Guiding Principles
- Serve Faithfully: Demonstrates care for colleagues and clients; responds promptly and reliably; exhibits a service-oriented attitude; acts in the public's best interest.
- Engage as Family: Shows respect and support for team members; assumes positive intent; builds trust through transparency and accountability.
- Succeed as a Team: Collaborates effectively; communicates clearly and constructively; shares knowledge and resources; celebrates team successes and takes ownership of outcomes.
- Make It Better: Seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth; encourages improvement in teammates and processes; takes initiative to enhance designs and company practices.
- Enjoy What We Do: Contributes to a positive and enjoyable work environment; maintains a healthy work-life balance; finds joy and meaning in daily tasks and team interactions.