Hybrid Project Engineer – PTAC Engineering

at PTAC Engineering

• Job title: Project Engineer – PTAC Engineering
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Tampa, United States

About the role

• Project Engineer specializing in precast structural design for PTAC Engineering. Collaborating with teams to ensure technical accuracy in design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete the design of precast structures and lateral systems
• Check precast shop and erection drawings for accuracy and compliance
• Participate in ongoing standards development and process improvement
• Coordinate externally with precast producers and design teams, and internally with the Drafting, Engineering, and BIM departments
• Develop and train Design Engineers to strengthen team capabilities
• Aid in creating project engineering schedules and manage assigned design deliverables
• Prepare and review final submittal packages for client approval
• Oversee the initial framing model and collaborate with drafting staff
• Participate in all project-related meetings, both internal and external
• Perform final model reviews and adjust calculations based on review comments
• Review and approve design information and hardware details before submittal
• Add and verify required parameters in the model, including: DESIGN_NUMBER, FINAL_STRENGTH / RELEASE_STRENGTH, WEIGHT_PER_UNIT (default 150)
• Verify mark numbers for accuracy
• Add and manage model elements including reinforcing (strand, rebar, mesh, WWF, c-grid, etc.), lifting/handling devices, corbel assemblies, heel plates, strong backs, and insulation sheets/pins (client-specific)
• Check for interferences and ensure assemblies are properly created and reinforced
• Use modeling tools to set Top as Cast and mark assemblies appropriately
• Assist the Technical Director in hosting training programs for internal engineering staff
• Support process improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the department

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an ABET-accredited university in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
• Acceptable alternative degrees: Architectural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• 3–6 years of experience in precast engineering or a related field
• EIT certification required
• PE certification preferred
• Software Skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), MathCAD, Precast design software (Eriksson preferred), Structural analysis or finite element analysis software (RISA 3D preferred), 3D modeling software (Revit preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• 100% paid healthcare for the employee
• If family coverage is needed, PTAC pays 50% of the difference
• 100% employee-paid Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• PTO: 0–5 years: 80 hours
• 6–10 years: 120 hours
• 10+ years: 160 hours
• 40 hours of sick time per year
• Up to 4% 401(k) match
• Standard paid holidays
• Casual/relaxed work environment
• Option to work from home