Ground Force Engineering(910) 783-3752

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Ground Force Engineering is a small firm with a broad practice, from residential foundation repair to commercial buildings and solar facilities. Engineers here are involved in projects from inspection or initial design through construction.

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Structural Project Engineer

  • 4+ years of structural engineering experience

Ground Force Engineering is seeking a Structural Project Engineer with at least four years of structural engineering experience to support analysis, design and construction documentation. The engineer works through structural design problems, prepares clear calculations and construction documents, and coordinates with the project team to deliver practical, accurate engineering solutions. Relevant structural or civil experience in residential, building, solar or telecommunications projects will be considered; experience in every sector is not required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural analysis and design for assigned projects, including structural members, connections and foundations as applicable.
  • Prepare and review calculations, plans, details and technical documentation for accuracy and consistency.
  • Coordinate structural requirements with civil plans, project conditions and other disciplines.
  • Work with engineers and CAD staff to develop drawings and incorporate review comments.
  • Communicate design questions, project needs and progress clearly with the team and project contacts.
  • Manage assigned tasks and deadlines, identify missing information and support responses to construction questions.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university. Civil or structural engineering is preferred.
  • At least four years of relevant structural engineering experience, including analysis and design.
  • Active North Carolina PE licensure, or the ability to obtain it within three months of starting employment.
  • AutoCAD proficiency and experience preparing or revising construction documents.
  • Strong understanding of structural behavior, load paths and engineering calculations.
  • Ability to interpret construction documents and apply relevant design criteria and standards.
  • Ability to carry assigned work forward with appropriate technical review and to ask for guidance when it is needed.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and written and verbal communication.

Preferred qualifications

  • Civil engineering experience and the ability to coordinate structural design with site and civil requirements.
  • Experience with structural analysis and design software.

With your application, include a summary of relevant structural and civil project experience and your North Carolina licensure status.

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Associate Engineer

  • 0 to 2 years of experience
  • Strong AutoCAD proficiency required

Ground Force Engineering is seeking an Associate Engineer with zero to two years of relevant experience and strong AutoCAD skills. The role turns engineering sketches, markups and design direction into clear, organized drawings, and supports structural and civil project work under the direction of experienced engineers. Relevant experience in residential, building, solar or telecommunications projects will be considered, including internships and academic projects.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and revise structural and civil plans, sections, details and drawing sheets in AutoCAD.
  • Translate engineer sketches and review comments into accurate drawings and complete revisions consistently.
  • Manage layers, blocks, external references, dimensions, layouts, viewports and plotting settings.
  • Check drawing scales, dimensions, notes, references and sheet consistency before submitting work for review.
  • Coordinate drawings with project information and flag missing dimensions, conflicting details or unclear instructions.
  • Maintain organized drawing files and follow company drafting standards.
  • Assist with basic calculations, quantity checks and project documentation as directed and reviewed by an engineer.

Required qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university. Civil or structural engineering is preferred.
  • Zero to two years of structural or civil engineering, design or drafting experience. Relevant coursework, internships and project work are welcome.
  • High proficiency in AutoCAD, with the ability to produce and revise drawings efficiently and accurately.
  • Working knowledge of model space, paper space, external references, layers, blocks, dimensions and plotting to scale.
  • Ability to read plans, sections and details and follow engineering markups.
  • Strong attention to detail, willingness to ask questions and ability to incorporate feedback.
  • Good organization, communication and ability to meet assigned deadlines.

Preferred qualifications

  • Exposure to structural detailing, foundations or civil plans through coursework or project experience.
  • Interest in developing broader structural and civil engineering skills.

With your application, describe your AutoCAD experience. Drawing samples you are authorized to share are welcome.

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Application

Complete the form and attach a resume.

States, if applicable.

For example RISA-3D, AutoCAD, Revit, LPILE.

Some roles include crawlspaces, ladders and active construction sites.

PDF or Word, up to 2 files and 5 MB total.

Applicant information. Applications reach the firm by email through our website and email service providers, and are used only to evaluate the application. Do not include a Social Security number, date of birth or medical information.

Ground Force Engineering PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment in North Carolina is at will.