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Career Opportunities at Russell and Dawson!
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At Russell and Dawson, we firmly believe in enhancing skills and career growth of every employee across all levels. Our work culture involves a continuous process of employee engagement with transparency and emotional support. Passion for excellence is what drives us to value our customer and industry success.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Russell and Dawson to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, political belief or activity, physical disability, or status as a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.
This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The firm is fully committed to this concept and to obtaining the cooperation and understanding of this effort by all employees. Anyone involved in discriminatory practices is subject to discharge.
Open Positions
To apply for a position, share your CV and Portfolio via email at - hr@rdaep.com
Structural Engineer
- Conduct comprehensive structural analysis and design for a range of projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and building codes.
- Stay updated on building codes and regulations to ensure all designs and projects meet the required standards.
- Manage the structural components of engineering projects from inception to completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Evaluate existing structures for repair needs and provide repair design & construction documents.
- Perform site inspection and provide inspection report for existing buildings & ongoing construction projects.
- Prepare and review design calculations, 3D modeling, and construction documents.
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure the safety and stability of structures.
- Implement quality control procedures to verify construction materials and methods meet specified standards.
- Effectively communicate with clients, architects, contractors, and team members. Prepare and present technical reports and documentation.
- Stay abreast of industry advancements, materials, and technologies to propose innovative and cost-effective solutions.
- Maintain professional licensure and certifications required for the position.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate structural elements seamlessly into overall project plans.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with industry trends.
- Analyze and resolve engineering problems during the design and construction phases, review shop drawings.
- Uphold ethical standards and act with integrity in all professional interactions
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Minimum 3 years of experience in structural engineering
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Strong knowledge of steel, wood, concrete design codes as well as national and state building codes
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
- Strong knowledge of design software like – Tekla, Tedds, Woodworks, etc.
- Salary negotiable based on qualifications
- Seven paid holidays, full time employees are eligible for paid - personal days, sick time, vacation after 90 days introductory period
- Medical insurance, 401(k), more per published policy
Sr. Project Architect
- B.Arch. or M.Arch. From an accredited institution
- Minimum 10 years of experience in an architectural office
- Experience with K-12 projects
- Connecticut Architectural License
- Proficiency in Revit
- Excellent writing skills
- Successful completion of at least one LEED certified project in which the applicant played a key role in design or documentation for certification
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft office products
- NCARB Certificate
- LEED GA Certificate
- Experience with government and commercial clients
- Salary negotiable based on qualifications
- Seven paid holidays, full time employees are eligible for paid - personal days, sick time, vacation after 90 days introductory period
- Medical insurance, 401(k), more per published policy