Position OverviewSentech Architectural Systems is an Austin-based specialty building envelope design, engineering, and manufacturing company that serves the needs of leading architecture and building industry professionals on some of the most unique and challenging structural glass and specialty building envelope projects in the world.We are currently looking to expand our Engineering department and are looking for a Senior Project Engineer who will be responsible for performing structural design and overseeing the projects through the approval, manufacturing, and installation phases of projects. Knowledge and/or interest in learning the ins and outs of steel, stainless steel and aluminum manufacturing are critical to success in this role.This is a full-time onsite position with ample room for learning, professional growth, and development for those who demonstrate the desire and ability to understand the complexities involved in the custom fabrication of structural glass and specialty façade systems.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze project plans and specifications of complex support structures & building envelope systemsIndependently analyze and design cable, steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and glass structures using hand-calculations, analysis software, and design codes and standardsLead the development of calculation packages for support structures and facade systems in accordance with local building codes and project specificationsCollaborate closely with the design team to develop, review, approve and provide guidance on submittal and fabrication/manufacturing drawingsWork directly with Head of Engineering to develop design concepts for complex projects and façade systemsRequired Skills and ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Structural or Mechanical Engineering; advanced degree preferredProfessional Engineer (P.E.) and/or Structural Engineer (S.E.) Registration, or the ability to gain licensureExperience with structural design of building façade or enclosure systems; experience with metal-framed glazed systems preferredUnderstanding of basic and advanced structural engineering concepts including: static calculations, non-linear material and geometry behavior, buckling of slender elements, and structural dynamicsIn depth knowledge of material design codes such as AISC, etc.In depth knowledge of building codes such as IBC and ASCE 7Experience using 3D frame analysis software such as SAP2000, STAAD, RISA-3D, etc.Experience with finite element analysis software such as Strand7, MEPLA, Abaqus, ANSYS, etc.Experience interpreting project plans and specifications of structural systemsOutstanding communication and organizational skillsExceptional attention to detailWorks well in a team environmentPreferred Skills and ExperienceDetailing experience using AutoCADExperience with manufacturing and installation processes (including developing, reviewing, and approving manufacturing drawings)Experience with design of glass and aluminum systemsExperience with façade thermal analysis (WINDOW, THERM, etc.)Company OverviewSentech Architectural Systems is a structural glass and specialty façade firm serving the needs of progressive architecture and building construction professionals. With a core focus on modern glass engineering and façade design, Sentech offers consulting services and pre-engineered systems for custom structural glass applications, partnering with firms that install our products at only the highest quality standard.Our team of professionals is a mix of engineers, architects and building industry professionals who are critical thinkers with team-player mentalities, who are fueling our continued growth and ensuring we solidify our position in the structural glass world. They each help Sentech push the limits of what can be done with glass both aesthetically and structurally. The team routinely develops custom solutions and new technologies in the fields of structural glass, tension structures, clear span structures, bullet-resistant glass applications and blast resistant facades.We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and vacation packages. We seek people who are passionate about glass, excited about the future of architectural design and structural engineering, who want to shape the urban landscape as we know it. At Sentech, we believe no problem is too complex to be solved and we seek highly talented individuals who embody that philosophy.Sentech Architectural Systems LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) with a strong commitment to sustainability, environmental awareness, and a drug-free workplace.Follow us on Instagram: @Sentech_architecturalRelocation assistance is available.