Wind Load Structural Engineer (Remote/Hybrid)
You will apply your deep expertise in structural dynamics and wind engineering to complex projects, including tall buildings and uniquely shaped structures. This position offers the flexibility of remote or hybrid work, allowing you to perform sophisticated wind load analysis and design from anywhere in the US.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive wind load analysis and structural design for a diverse portfolio of structures, adhering to ASCE 7 and other relevant building codes.
- Manage and interpret boundary layer wind tunnel (BLWT) studies, translating complex aerodynamic data into actionable design criteria for structural systems.
- Spearhead the structural design of high-rise buildings and architecturally complex structures, focusing on their dynamic response to wind-induced forces.
- Analyze and mitigate aeroelastic phenomena—such as vortex shedding, galloping, and flutter—to ensure structural stability and enhance occupant comfort.
- Develop robust and cost-effective designs for cladding systems, façade elements, and other building components subjected to extreme wind pressures.
- Author detailed technical reports and presentations that clearly communicate wind load analysis findings and design recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (including architects, façade consultants, and mechanical engineers) to integrate wind engineering principles from concept to completion.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor of Science in Civil or Structural Engineering; a Master's degree with a focus on wind or structural engineering is highly preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of dedicated professional experience in wind load analysis for buildings and large-scale structures.
- Profound understanding of fluid dynamics, structural dynamics, and statistical methods as they apply to wind engineering.
- Demonstrable experience with the wind load provisions of ASCE 7 (specifically ASCE 7-16/22) and an understanding of its practical application.
- Proven ability to manage wind tunnel study programs, from defining test parameters to interpreting final results.
- Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite for this position.
Technical Proficiencies & Competencies
- Expertise in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA-3D is essential.
- Proficiency with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, preferably ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or similar platforms for external aerodynamics.
- Experience in interpreting meteorological data and performing statistical analysis using tools like Python or MATLAB is highly desirable.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle non-standard engineering challenges.