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Structural Engineer

Karen Clark & Company

Boston, MAJob$90–100K/yrSeen 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$90–100K/yr
Location
Boston, MA
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

Karen Clark & Company seeks structural engineering professionals to develop and maintain building vulnerability models for various natural hazards, conduct post-event damage surveys worldwide, stay current with building codes, analyze catastrophe loss data, validate model estimates, and prepare technical documentation and presentations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structural ModelingDamage SurveyingBuilding Codes KnowledgeData AnalysisValidation TestingTechnical DocumentationPresentation SkillsCommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizationTravel Flexibility

Qualifications

Master's in Civil EngineeringPhD in Civil EngineeringPractical Experience With Building DesignExperience Conducting Post-Disaster SurveysActive Professional Engineer License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Karen Clark & Company (KCC) is seeking talented structural engineering professionals to join our growing team of catastrophe model developers. In this role, you will collaborate closely with scientists and engineers to enhance our global suite of advanced catastrophe models.

Expected Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain building vulnerability models for a variety of natural hazards, including earthquakes, hurricanes, wildfires, floods, winter storms, and severe convective storms.

  • Conduct post-event damage surveys for natural disasters around the world, analyze collected data, and present findings and insights internally and to clients.

  • Stay current with building codes and construction practices across the United States and internationally.

  • Collect, compile, and analyze catastrophe loss data.

  • Perform validation tests on model-generated loss estimates.

  • Prepare technical documentation and deliver presentations related to scientific models and findings.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in civil engineering required; PhD preferred.

  • Practical experience with building design, construction techniques, or forensic engineering required.

  • Experience conducting post-disaster surveys following natural catastrophes such as hurricanes, severe storms, earthquakes, or wildfires required.

  • On-site experience with building construction is a plus.

  • Strong understanding of building response to and damage from natural hazards.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, professional presentation skills, and strong organizational abilities.

  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice.

  • Experience in catastrophe modeling is a plus.

  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan with company match

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Commuter benefits

  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays

  • Paid parental leave

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