Structural Engineer
At Rice Engineering, we are seeking a Structural Engineer who is passionate about applying strong engineering principles to design and innovation. As part of our team, you’ll work on diverse projects, collaborating with other professionals to deliver high-quality, code-compliant solutions. You’ll be responsible for interpreting project plans, specifications, and shop drawings, and providing clients with well-documented calculation packages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply solid structural engineering principles and code knowledge to design solutions
- Proficiently use CAD/Revit and related software to develop accurate models and designs
- Read and interpret project plans, specifications, and construction documents
- Provide clients with thorough, code-compliant calculation packages
- Collaborate with the team on innovative solutions to meet project goals
- Participate in site visits and meetings as necessary
Preferred Professional Credentials:
- S.E. License or P.E. License
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (or equivalent experience)
- Strong proficiency in structural design, CAD/Revit, and related software
This position primarily involves office-based work, with occasional travel for site visits and project meetings.
Why Rice Engineering?
At Rice Engineering, we offer more than just a job; we offer a career that goes beyond the structure. Join a dynamic team where your expertise and innovation will be valued, and where your professional growth will be supported through continuing education and hands-on experience.
Structural Engineer Intern / Coop
Are you a Structural Engineering student looking to gain hands-on experience in structural design? Rice Engineering offers an exciting internship/co-op opportunity for motivated students to apply their academic knowledge in real-world projects. As an intern, you’ll be integrated into an engineering team where you’ll receive mentorship, training on relevant codes, and the opportunity to manage your own structural engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with a team of engineers on various structural design projects
- Gain practical experience with applicable engineering codes and standards
- Manage smaller structural engineering projects under the guidance of senior engineers
- Contribute to the development of design solutions, calculations, and documentation
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate on innovative design strategies
Preferred Coursework:
- Mechanics of Materials (or equivalent)
Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program
- Successfully completed Statics or equivalent coursework
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Why Rice Engineering?
At Rice Engineering, we’re committed to helping you develop the skills needed to succeed in your career. During your internship, you’ll gain exposure to a wide range of structural engineering projects, all while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This is your chance to go beyond the structure, gaining practical experience and insight that will help you build a strong foundation for your future in structural engineering.
BIM Specialist
Rice Engineering, Inc. is seeking a skilled and collaborative BIM Designer to join our drafting team. This role plays a crucial part in enhancing project delivery through accurate design documentation, clash detection, and project visualization. The ideal candidate will work closely with architects, engineers, and construction professionals to implement and support effective BIM workflows throughout the project lifecycle.
At Rice Engineering your responsibilities will be:
- Use Revit to develop and maintain accurate 3D BIM models for structures, building components, cladding, or panel facades.
- Interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations to develop detailed submittal drawings.
- Manage all aspects of model layout, input, coordination, submittal drawing creation, and as-built documentation for assigned projects.
- Create and maintain BIM models throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and contractors/installers to ensure coordination and project success.
- Review of contract documents to provide bid estimates.
- Respond to technical questions and resolve issues by making appropriate revisions to plans and drawings.
- Oversee and train a team of Revit modelers, ensuring consistent training, task organization, and model development efficiency.
- Review and approve BIM models to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance with project standards.
Qualifications/ Education:
- Associate degree in Architectural Drafting or BIM Technical degree, or equivalent work experience in building information modeling (BIM) trade school, engineering, or a related field
- Revit: Minimum 4 years of BIM LOD 350 modeling experience required.
- AutoCAD: 2 years (Not Required, willing to learn)
- Emphasis in problem solving and analytical thinking.
- Passion to learn and constant desire for improvement.
- Work well independently and in a team environment
- Excellent computer skills, including experience using Bluebeam and Microsoft Office software is a plus.
- Basic skills to read, interpret and understand architectural and structural plans, drawings, and specifications required.