Locations

Portland, OR

Notable Destinations & Commerce: Portland Convention Center; Moda Center; Providence Park University of Portland; Portland State University; Nike headquarters; Adidas headquarters; Columbia sportswear headquarters; KEEN, Inc. headquarters; Daimler Truck North America

Signature DCI Portland Cultural Activities: Annual open house; summer camping trip; industry happy hours (SEAO); office lunchtime outings; training for marathons; participate in firm-wide activities (fitness challenge); attend DCI Seattle events (open houses)

Portland attracts environmentally conscious, outdoorsy, “keep-it-local-and-weird” enthusiasts who appreciate the diverse landscape and entrepreneurial spirit Oregon has to offer. The residents here are known for their casual, laid-back attitude who prefer to bike to work rather than drive. Downtown Portland’s skyline is intentionally lined with few high-rises, readapted historic buildings, and connecting bridges. The surrounding neighborhoods take pride in preserving their unique characteristics and community vibe.

In 1998, DCI established a presence in the City of Roses to better serve Oregon clients and AEC professionals. Since then, 20+ employees have done wonders for the city and state in terms of construction engineering, demolition, renovation, multi-family residential housing, commercial, sustainable design, and much more. The team’s talent did not go unnoticed as they were ranked “Engineering Firm of the Year” by DJCOregon in 2018. Principal Shirley Chalupa, recognized as a “Woman of Vision” by DJCOregon, leads the Portland team now. Principal Damon Smith heads the civil team, while Ethan Martin is Director of Sustainability and Mass Timber. Together they are mentoring a new generation of engineers and project managers who want to make a difference in their hometown and beyond. The DCI Portland team often visits the Seattle office for project collaboration and client meetings.

Portland, OR

921 SW Washington Street, Suite 560
Portland, OR 97205

(503) 242-2448
(503) 242-2449

People

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Shirley Chalupa

Principal, Portland
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Justin Fenton

Senior Project Manager, Portland
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Principal, Portland
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Associate Principal, Portland
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Ethan Martin

Associate Principal, Director of Sustainability & Mass Timber, Portland
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Principal, Portland
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Current Openings

Job Title:
Structural Intern
Location:
Portland, OR
Date Posted:
9/27/2024
 

DCI Engineers - Portland, OR

Start your journey, chart your course – DCI is ME (My Experience)! DCI Engineers, a leading structural and civil engineering consulting firm, has an opportunity for a part-time, Structural Engineering Intern in our Portland, OR office. We provide unique and challenging learning opportunities for interns to gain experience and develop expertise in a collaborative and rewarding environment. 

With 20+ offices around the US, at DCI Engineers you are sure to find your adventure with a great group of people and a lifestyle you crave. We understand the importance of work/life balance and how your free time activities fuel your professional productivity and creative mojo.

For over 35 years, DCI has been challenging our employees to step outside the box to provide innovative solutions and value to projects, while forging great relationships with clients.

If you are looking to work with fun, enthusiastic, and intelligent folks, in a collaborative and rewarding environment, come make DCI your experience.

 As a seasonal intern, you can expect your work responsibilities to include:

  • Construction support services in the form of shop drawings or submittal review
  • Construction support site visits
  • Revit detailing
  • Preliminary structural analysis and design on a variety of projects and construction types

Requirements:

  • Effective communication skills
  • Civil or Architectural Engineering degree in progress from an ABET accredited university preferred
  • 3rd or 4th year undergraduate degree or master’s degree in progress
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Job Title:
Structural Project Engineer
Location:
Portland, OR
Date Posted:
9/16/2024

DCI Engineers – Portland, OR

DCI Engineers, a leading structural and civil engineering consulting firm with 20+ offices spanning the United States, has opportunities for full-time Senior and Structural Project Engineers in its Portland, OR office.

Responsibilities of a Structural Project Engineer:

  • Perform and coordinate the structural design of assigned projects under the supervision of the Project Manager
  • Collaborate with BIM Designers to produce structural construction documents and draft details in REVIT
  • Assist Project Managers with Construction Support, including shop drawing review and answering RFIs
  • Be attentive to details and provide accurate construction documents
  • Progressively grow your technical knowledge through both internal project experience and continuing education

Requirements for a Structural Engineer:

  • 0-4+ years of structural engineering experience, as it relates to building design
  • Working knowledge and project experience using steel, concrete, wood, mass timber and masonry design materials
  • Experience designing all categories of seismic and gravity framing systems for building and material type
  • Experience designing all categories of gravity framing and wind resisting systems
  • Basic knowledge of design/build codes, such as the AISC, ACI 318, IBC, ASCE 41 and ASCE 7
  • Working knowledge of structural analysis software, such as RISA 3D, RAM, ETABS, Enercalc, etc.
  • Ability to manage your time, juggling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
  • Desire to provide excellent service and build client relationships
  • Maintain a positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Effective communication skills
  • Possess a state-issued Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
  • Structural/Civil/Architectural Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university, preferred
  • Master’s degree preferred

Start your journey, chart your course – DCI is ME (My Experience)!

At DCI Engineers you are sure to find your adventure with a great group of people and a lifestyle you crave. We understand the importance of work/life balance and how your free time activities fuel your professional productivity and creative mojo. 

For over 35 years, DCI has been challenging our employees to step outside the box to provide innovative solutions and value to projects, while forging great relationships with clients.

If you are looking to work with fun and enthusiastic people, in a collaborative and rewarding environment, come make DCI your experience. Visit dciengineers_life on Instagram for employee stories.

DCI offers competitive wages and benefit packages, along with opportunities for other incentives.

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

  • Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee
  • Tax-advantaged savings account options
  • Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability policies
  • Voluntary Short-term Disability, Life, AD&D and Supplemental options
  • 401(k) with an annual Company contribution
  • 8 paid holidays, including 1 floating holiday
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Commuter benefits (where available)
  • Health & Fitness Program
  • Cell phone benefits
  • Bonus earning opportunities
  • Seminar and licensing reimbursements
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