Position: Structural Engineer
Location: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid: Remote / On-site)
Relocation Package Available
Job Description:
We are seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) BUILDER Sustainment Management Systems (SMS) program. This position will be responsible for developing detailed building reports that assess the condition of building systems and their components, which will help prioritize sustainment activities and funding for a large portfolio of healthcare facilities.
DHA uses BUILDER SMS, a web-based software application, to assist engineers, project planners, and facility managers in making decisions related to repair and replacement strategies for building equipment and systems.
Essential Functions:
- Develop reports based on existing data to inform planners of current building conditions.
- Create broad scopes of work for replacing existing equipment.
- Plan and develop projects for facility rehabilitation, varying in size and scope.
- Assist in assessing structural elements and foundations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Use knowledge of building systems to develop repair and rehabilitation projects for facilities.
- Provide training for new or junior field technicians.
- Develop Recapitalization Reports for large medical facilities.
- Update and expand the field reference guide as needed.
- Ensure accurate BUILDER data collection reflecting field-observed conditions.
- Attend, prepare, and present briefings as required.
- Work closely with Lead Engineering and Program Managers to manage contractual obligations, timely deliverables, travel arrangements, and field operations.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, industry, and company regulations and standards.
- Achieve BUILDER subject matter expertise.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Business travel up to 25%.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen per contract requirements.
Work Environment:
- Hybrid work schedule: up to three days a week in the office and two days remote.
- Site visits may be required at DoD medical facilities, with possible travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO) up to 4 weeks (based on experience).
- 10 Paid Federal Observed Holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (effective first of the month).
- 401(k) with 5% employer match.
- Supplemental STD, LTD, Life, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage.
- Relocation package available.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Extensive benefits and employee engagement opportunities.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- 3–5 years of technical experience with building systems (preferred).
- Previous experience with infrastructure and facility assessment projects for municipal, state, and Federal entities is a plus.
- Experience with DHA and BUILDER SMS or other SMS software platforms is preferred.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) clearance.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with leadership.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to produce detailed, comprehensive technical reports and presentations.