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Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

The Structural Technical Expert is integral to mentoring our staff, ensuring the highest quality of design reviews, and leading technical innovation within the structural discipline. This role is pivotal in enhancing our technical capabilities, directing design and development activities, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement across the firm.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the go-to subject matter expert in structural engineering, providing advice and consultation both internally and externally.

• Spearhead firmwide initiatives, offering specialized services and insights that are vital to Olsson's success.

• Enhance Olsson's industry presence through active participation in key projects, technical presentations, and contributions to professional societies.

• Foster internal collaboration to develop strategies and practices that align with current trends and standards in structural engineering.

• Lead the effort in assembling technical resources for major projects and promoting efficient, quality work across the firm.

• Drive research and analysis on structural engineering trends, emerging technologies, and industry initiatives, offering recommendations to steer Olsson's strategic direction.

• Engage with key industry stakeholders and partners to explore opportunities for collaboration and innovation.

• Represent Olsson in professional organizations, elevating both the profession and the firm's brand.

• Champion Olsson's Quality Management Program within the structural discipline, ensuring continuous improvement and adherence to the highest standards.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.

• Having ownership in the work you do.

• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

• Empowering others to use their talents.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced degree in Structural Engineering or a related field.

• A minimum of 15 years of experience acting as a structural technical expert.

• Professional Engineer or Structural Engineer license preferred.

• Ability to engage and educate diverse audiences.

• Passion for problem-solving and innovation, coupled with a forward-thinking mindset.

• Ability to lead training sessions and effectively convey complex technical concepts.

• Collaborative and adaptable approach to working with cross-functional teams.

• Strategic thinking and the ability to align technical expertise with overarching business goals.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities.

• Receive an excellent 401(k) match.

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.

• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance.

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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