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State Leadership

President

Tyler Winkley (SE)

Vice President

Heather Kline (SP)

Treasurer

Owen Kohashi (SE)

Secretary

Jessica Jenness (SE)

Past President

Daniel Sumerfield (SE)

Trustees

Owen Kohashi (SE)

Tyler Winkley (SE)

Jessica Jenness (SE)

Daniel Sumerfield (SC)

Matt Leslie (SC)

Jared Plank (SW)

Heather Kline (SP)

Matt Hoit (SP)

July 2023 Issue

1. Introducing the SEAW State Board of Trustees
2. State President Welcome Message
3. Spring Social Awards Scholarships, Spotlights Efforts in Turkey
4. Summer Chapter Check-In 
5. SEFW Funds Scholarships for SEAW, DEI, and ACE
6. NWC Early Bird Registration Ending; Thank You to all Sponsors
7. Seattle YMG Updates
8. Wind Committee Continues Work on Kzt Map, Code Commentary
9. WAsafe Online Refresher Training Has Launched!
10. Calendar 
11. Member Notices 
12. Employment Postings 

Introducing the new SEAW State Board of Trustees

Congratulations to the individuals who now comprise the SEAW State Board of Trustees. Please enjoy reading their small biographies below: 

State President Welcome Message

In his last act as Seattle Chapter SEAW President, Tyler Winkley presents a Lifetime Member recognition to Chun Lau. Tyler now assumes the role of President of the State Board of Trustees.

I was motivated and ready to contribute to SEAW; however, as most people know, volunteer work is hard and motivation tends to fade when things get “busy,” which leads to questions like:

•   What’s the end goal?

•   Why should I do this?

•   How do I benefit?

I’m sure most of you have experienced this situation or continue to experience it. I went through this phase as a YMG member but was fortunate enough to be surrounded by a community of mentors and peers who reminded me of the following:

•       This is a journey.

•       The work we do is important to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the general public.

•       The bigger the network we build, the more resilient we are as a community.

Today, as the incoming State President of SEAW, I’m motivated now more than ever to continue my journey and I invite you to start your own or reinvigorate the one you’re currently on. Your ideas, talents, and dedication are vital to our success, and I encourage you to reach out in any way possible to see how you can contribute. The contributions don’t have to be large, just consistent. Whether it’s attending meetings, participating in committees, leading a volunteer effort, organizing a happy hour, encouraging a colleague to join, or even just an email with an idea on how to improve the organization, all contributions will build up over time, making the journey worthwhile and something to be proud of.

In the upcoming months, the SEAW leadership team will be focusing on several key areas to propel SEAW forward. These include:

1.      Enhancing Communication Channels: Effective communication is vital to developing understanding, collaboration, and synergy among our members. We plan on improving our existing communication channels, as well as implementing new ones, to keep you informed about our activities, achievements, and opportunities for involvement.

2.      Strategic Planning: We will conduct a comprehensive review of our current strategic plan and develop a robust roadmap for the future. Your input will be invaluable in shaping our collective vision, mission, and goals.

3.      Strengthening Member Engagement: Your involvement is vital to the success of our organization. We will be introducing new initiatives, events, and networking opportunities to ensure that you feel connected, informed, and inspired.

4.      Fundraising and Financial Sustainability: Securing the necessary resources to support our events and initiatives is crucial. We will explore innovative fundraising methods, cultivate strategic partnerships, and ensure the responsible stewardship of our financial resources.

As we move forward, I want to assure you that your voices, ideas, and concerns will be valued and respected. My vision for SEAW is one of inclusivity, transparency, and collaboration. I believe that by working together and harnessing the diverse skills and experiences of our members, we can achieve extraordinary things.

I am excited to serve as your President, and I look forward to working alongside each of you as we propel SEAW towards even greater achievements. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me with your thoughts, suggestions, or questions. My door is always open, and I am here to serve you. Thank you for your continued commitment to SEAW.

Spring Social Awards Scholarships,

Spotlights Efforts in Turkey

By Sebi Kalawadwala, YMG

David Sommer presents lessons from the Turkey Earthquake at the SEAW Seattle Chapter Spring Social in June at Imperia Lake Union. Photo courtesy Anand Mourougassamy.

Later, David Sommer, P.E., S.E., from Degenkolb presented about his team's reconnaissance trip after the recent devastating earthquake in Turkey. David started his presentation by presenting context to the intensity and impact of the earthquake. David contrasted the area of heavy shaking observed in Turkey against a map of the state of Washington to point out the breadth of the area impacted. David and his team observed multiple collapsed buildings and analyzed the performance of different construction types like residential, schools, and hospitals. The most common type of construction is residential concrete moment frames with masonry infill that are 6-8 stories tall. They noted how hospitals generally behaved better than other construction types due to the widespread use of base isolation in hospitals throughout Turkey. This reinforced the fact that there is always value in exploring newer technologies to help us adapt and rise to these challenges.

David also shared a few lessons learned that engineers in the states could benefit from. He noted how soil conditions played a huge role in the clustering of buildings that failed and how liquefaction-induced structural failures are crucial while designing buildings for earthquakes. Another common failure mode was the loss of stiffness from masonry infills falling out at lower levels leading to a soft story failure mechanism. He reminded that the onus is on the engineer to make sure all the participating elements are accounted for while designing however they are labeled. He also pointed out that many buildings were rendered inhabitable due to non-structural failures despite their good structural performance and encouraged engineers to approach resiliency with a broader lens. 

SEAW thanks David and his team from Degenkolb for sharing their invaluable experience and stories with us. We also thank Simpson Strong-Tie for sponsoring yet another spectacular SEAW June Social.

Summer Chapter Check-In

Here is what the chapters have been up to for the last few months: 

 Jessica Jenness accepts the “gavel” from outgoing Seattle Chapter President Tyler Winkley at the Spring Social in June.

The Spokane Chapter had a successful May event at the Dry Fly Distillery.

SEFW Funds Scholarships for SEAW, DEI, and ACE 

By Angela Gottula Twining, SEFW 

The Structural Engineers Foundation of Washington was excited to award $30,000 in local scholarships in June! 

First, SEFW was invited by the ACE Mentor Program of Washington to sponsor a $5,000 scholarship for a student pursuing structural engineering at the university level. Nicole Chambliss, a graduate of Inglemoor High School in the Northshore School District, received the Structural Engineers Foundation of Washington scholarship from Board member Herb Ahten at the awards event in June. Nicole is headed to Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo to study civil engineering next year, with the intent to pursue structural engineering. Combined wither other ACE awards, Nicole was one of the top recipients and was presented with a total of $9,000 in scholarships. 

Nicole says: “I was fairly certain I wanted to enter some type of engineering field before I signed up for the ACE program. Joining the structural discipline group [on my ACE team] was incredibly valuable. I enjoyed working with the different mentors and designing plans for the buildings, as well as for unique structural features, and this helped confirm that structural engineering was the path for me.” 

Secondly, SEFW was able to partner with both the SEAW Scholarship Committee and the SEAW Diversity & Equity Committee to fund a six scholarship awards for a total of $25,000 for Washington structural engineering university students. 

All six students were recognized at the Seattle Chapter’s Spring Social, and four were in attendance to receive their awards. The other two students will have the opportunity to be recognized at the Spokane Chapter meeting in September.  

Kevin Solberg, of the SEAW Scholarship Committee, was present to award the three SEAW awards. With this year’s students receiving $15,000, the SEAW Scholarship Program has awarded $235,500 to 86 students since 1985. SEFW has been pleased to fund the program since 2012. Funds come from corporate donations, individual donations, and an SEAW contribution from dues.  

Lisette Terry of the SEAW Diversity & Equity Committee, was present to award three DEI awards. This is the first year the DEI committee offered a scholarship opportunity. The award, made possible through seed funding from a large bequest to SEFW from Richal Smith, specifically aimed to recognize students with diverse backgrounds and financial need. Along with the scholarship funds, the award comes with a “internship” experience over the summer for the recipients; multiple structural firms in the area are participating and hosting the students in their offices for a job shadowing learning opportunity.  

SEFW Board member Herb Ahten presents Inglemoor graduate Nicole Chambliss with a $5,000 SEFW scholarship in June. Photo courtesy Matt Waller. 

SEAW DEI Chair Lisette Terry, SEAW DEI Scholarship recipient Uzo Uwaoma, and SEFW Vice President Cale Ash, are pictured together at the SEAW Seattle Chapter Spring Social in June, where Uzo was presented with a $5,000 scholarship. Photo courtesy Bianca Casem. 

Congratulations to the six recipients of this year’s awards!  

Kristen Stilin is receiving a $5,000 SEAW Scholarship. Kristen just graduated from Worcester Technical Institute in Massachusetts with a BSCE and a minor in Chinese, and will attend UC Davis in the fall to pursue her MSCE. She has had internships with McKinstry in Portland and the City of Battle Ground, and will work with Consor Engineering in Portland as a bridge engineering intern this summer. In addition to being involved with the student chapter of ASCE at college, Kristen was also involved with the Korean Student Association (where she served as secretary and acting president) and the Pan-Asian Committee, organizing social events, performances, and dinners. Born in Malaysia, Kristen relocated to Vancouver, Washington, at a young age and graduated from Skyview High School. 

Kristen says: “I stood with my friends on the 89th story of Taipei 101, overlooking the rest of Taipei. The view was fantastic, and I couldn’t help but marvel at it with everyone else, but the thing that really caught my eye was the mass damper…. By far, the most memorable and enduring part of the trip to Taipei 101 for me was the tuned mass damper. That was when I knew I wanted to be a civil engineer.” 

Cesar Bedolla-Hurtado, EIT, is receiving a $5,000 SEAW Scholarship. Cesar just graduated with a BSCE from Washington State University, where he was on the Honor Roll and was nominated as “Senior of the Year” for the CEE department in 2023. While at WSU, he was involved with the WSU chapter of ASCE, serving as president, as well as the WSU Society of Latino Engineers & Scientists, and the AISC Steel Bridge team. He has volunteered for several years with the WSU “Kids Science and Engineering Day” and a WSU multi-cultural leadership conference. Cesar is currently an intern at KPFF in Seattle and previously held internships at Coughlin Porter Lundeen in Seattle and the Washington State Department of Transportation. Next year he plans to return to WSU to pursue his MSCE. Cesar was born and raised in East Wenatchee and is a graduate of Eastmont High School. 

Cesar says: “The idea that turning two-dimensional drawings into a constructed part of a skyline is what makes structural engineering enchanting and enlightens me! Tangible projects that change lives of communities and possibly even my own neighbors are what I truly want to accomplish throughout my career.” 

Alan Champagne, EIT, is receiving a $5,000 SEAW Scholarship. Alan will graduate in December 2023 from Gonzaga University with a BSCE, after transferring from Spokane Falls Community College. At Gonzaga, Alan is involved with the student chapter of ASCE (including the concrete canoe team and the environmental competition team) and Gonzaga Without Borders, and also serves as an undergraduate research assistant. Alan previously received an associate’s degree in aviation operations from the Community College of the Air Force and held several positions with the United States Air Force until 2015. He then became a Washington State Journeyman Carpenter and worked with Hanson Carlen Architecture & Construction in Spokane before returning to school to study structural engineering. This summer, he has an internship with BC Engineers in Hayden, Idaho. For fun, Alan enjoys rock climbing, diving, and building furniture. He was born and raised in Williamson, New York, and graduated from Williamson Senior High School. 

Alan says: “For years I have been a carpenter, building structures others designed. Based on my skills, abilities, and interests, I have come to believe the place where I can help my community the most while also enjoying a high degree of personal satisfaction is by becoming a structural engineer.”  

Uzochukwu Uwaoma, EIT, is receiving a $5,000 SEAW DEI Scholarship. “Uzo” was born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, earning a BSCE from the University of Lagos and then an MSCE from the University of Pittsburgh. He is now working toward a Ph.D. in structural engineering at the University of Washington, with an expected graduation date of December 2024. He is a graduate research assistant at UW, where he published an article on minimizing the superstructure “twist” of irregular bridges during seismic events in the April 2023 edition of the Journal of Bridge Engineering. His work experience has included project engineer roles at firms in Lagos and Potomac, Maryland. Uzo enjoys soccer, volleyball, tennis, and volunteering for pro-bono causes.  

Uzo says, “As a structural engineer of African Heritage, I recognize the importance of representation and inclusion. …Equity is about fairness and ensuring that everyone has access to the same opportunities, resources, and outcomes. Structural engineers are critical in creating infrastructure that benefits all community members, not just a select few.” 

Miguel Angel Gonzalez Montijo is receiving a $2,500 SEAW DEI Scholarship. Miguel earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico in Mayaguez, and is now earning a PhD in structural engineering and mechanics at the University of Washington, with an estimated graduation date of Spring 2024. While at the UW, he has served on the graduate student advisory board, specifically on the justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) committee, and has also served as an education and training fellow for the Clean Energy Institute. He was recognized with a JEDI Award by the CEE department in 2022. Professionally, Miguel had a structural analysis internship at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, and now serves as a research assistant at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Miguel became interested in structural engineering after Hurricane Maria decimated his hometown in 2017, which started him down a path of learning to improve infrastructure. His research has been featured at professional conferences and in peer-reviewed publications, and he has received several academic fellowships. In his free time, he can be found either supporting the Seattle Sounders or playing his Fender bass guitar. Miguel grew up and attended high school in the coastal town of Arecibo, Puerto Rico.  

Miguel says: “The transformative power of structural engineering is not only in its ability to shape the physical world, but also in its potential to inspire and empower underrepresented communities. …By teaching young students to approach problems with a community-minded perspective and human-centered solutions, I hope to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers who can help bridge gaps between their respective fields and vulnerable communities.” 

Mohammad Asakreh is receiving a $2,500 SEAW DEI Scholarship. He earned a BSCE from University of Washington in 2022 (after some schooling at North Seattle Community College), and anticipates finishing his MSCE at UW in December 2023. He has worked as a structural engineer intern at CKC Structural Engineers in Bellevue, a transportation engineer intern at the Washington State Department of Transportation in Everett, and a civil engineer intern at International Metal Frames in Amman, Jordan. Mohammad’s father, a structural engineer, was very influential in his life, both introducing him to structural engineering at a young age and bringing him to visit Seattle at the age of 10. Since that trip, it has been Mohammad’s dream to attend the University of Washington. In his free time, Mohammad enjoys swimming, tennis, and reading nonfiction. Mohammad was born and raised in Amman, Jordan, and graduated from Hassad High School.   

Mohammad says: “It is exciting to think that my work as a structural engineer can have a positive impact on society by providing safe and efficient structures that enable people to thrive. … My interest in structural engineering is driven by a passion for creativity, intellectual stimulation, social impact, constant learning, and sustainability.”  

NWC Early Bird Registration Ending; Thank You to all Vendors & Sponsors

First things first! Have you registered for the September 2023 Northwest Conference yet? The early bird registration pricing expires August 1! Register today at seaw.org!

Secondly, we are excited to announce we have regained access to the Northwest Structural Engineers Association Facebook page, which is a landing page for the SEAs for Washington, Idaho, Oregon, British Columbia, and Montana! There will be plenty of info about the NWC conference posted there, for this year and in the future, so give it a like! https://www.facebook.com/NorthwestSEA

Thirdly, the official list of sponsors and vendors continues to grow, and we want to express a huge THANK YOU to these firms and organizations for their generous support. There is still an available spot for a lunch sponsor, and any firm interested should contact Michelle Yee on the NWC committee at miyee@strongtie.com.

YMG Social Event Anchor Sponsor:

• CSi

Premier Sponsor:

• CoreBrace

Lunch Sponsor:

• Verco Decking, Inc.

Breakfast Sponsors:

• AP Design Professional Insurance Services, LLC
• Contech Services

Coffee Break Sponsors:

• Seismic Bracing Company
• ASC Steel Deck
• Ever Seismic LLC
• GERB Vibration Control Systems

Vendor Presenters:

• CoreBrace
• DuraFuse Frames
• FORSE Consulting
• IDEA StatiCaUS
• Nucor
• Taylor Devices

Other Vendors:

• Atlas Tube, a division of Zekelman Industries
• Cast Connex Corporation
• Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute - CRSI
• Euclid Chemical Company
• Fabreeka International
• FyfeFRP, LLC
• Headed Reinforcement Corporation (HRC)
• Hilti
• IML North America
• Leewens Corporation
• Lindapter
• MiTek
• New Millennium
• Northwest Concrete Masonry Association
• PS=0
• RISA Tech Inc
• SCAFCO Steel Stud Company
• Simpson Strong-Tie
• Stanley Black and Decker - DeWalt
• Steel Tube Institute
• Structural Technologies

Thank you! And don’t forget to register by August 1 for the discount!

If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact any member of the Northwest Conference Steering Committee. Thank you to these individuals for all their hard work and dedication to this event! 

• Chun Lau (Chair)  
• Scott Douglas (Technical Subcommittee Chair)  
• Michelle Yee  
• Jessica Lim  
• Shalini Prochazka  
• Darrell Staaleson 

Seattle YMG Updates 

YMG Incoming President's Note,

by Anand Mourougassamy

It’s been four years since I relocated to Seattle looking for a job, and if someone had told me that I would be heading up the SEAW YMG board, I would have found it hard to believe. As a Seattle transplant, like many of our members, I was uncertain how to begin participating in the local SE community. But, the SEAW community has been incredibly welcoming and has already contributed to my professional development in numerous ways. As the incoming YMG board president, I feel highly honored and look forward to having your continued support that makes it all possible in this community.

In the past year, YMG had a busy calendar with over 19 events covering a variety of topics like professional development, DEI, student outreach with UW and SU, networking with industry partners, collaborative events with ASCE, AIA, and much more. We are thankful to everyone who participated in these events and made them a success, and I’d like to give a special shout out to the outgoing board members for their time and efforts in organizing.

SEAW YMG Board members accepting the Seattle Chapter President’s Award for 2023 from outgoing Seattle Chapter President Tyler Winkley. Photo by Jessica Jenness.

Also, I’d like to give special thanks to the Seattle Chapter for their continued support and encouragement to YMG. We are honored to accept the 2023 President’s Award in recognition of our work and hope to keep the momentum going! Thank you to outgoing Seattle Chapter president Tyler Winkley (who is the incoming SEAW Board of Trustees president!) for recognizing the great value of the YMG.

For the coming year, we have many new members on the Board and we are eager to throw another year filled with events. Some of the themes YMG will be focusing on this year include:

• Forging stronger coherent partnerships with local organizations like AIA, WiSE, EWB, and ASCE
• Creating spaces for meaningful dialogue on career development within our industry.

As I mentioned earlier, this community is nothing without our members. If you are interested in exploring a topic or have feedback that would benefit the YMG community, please do not hesitate to reach out to the board.

I would like to conclude with some self-reflective questions for active YMG participants:

• Did you professionally grow by attending YMG events?
• Did you meet members that helped you feel part of the local Seattle community?
• Did you network with a member that inspired or helped you with career guidance?
• Did you feel proud about being a structural engineer, contributing to the greater good of society?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, please continue attending and helping our younger and newer engineers also answer yes in the future. There is no greater way to pay back than giving back to the community that you benefited from.

If you answered no, I hope you can take advantage of the YMG events this year and see what they are all about. I hope to see you at one of our events soon.

The YMG Mini Golf champions. Photo by Anand Mourougassamy.

YMG Happy Hour Illustrates “Total Architecture,” by Evan Jordan

On June 21, SEAW YMG attended a happy hour hosted by ARUP at their downtown Seattle office. ARUP presented on how their firm speaks in a language of “Total Architecture,” one that considers the expression of entire building systems. The interrelation of structure within these systems is only one small part, and as a multi-disciplinary engineering firm ARUP can effectively coordinate and capture the design of all these elements. Several projects highlighted included tensile-membrane structures used in public sculptures, Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and several building expansions at the top of Big Sky ski resort (all materials had to be airlifted!).

Another presentation was given by SEAW’s own Scott Douglas, who introduced the Wind Engineering Committee (WEC). Scott discussed the history of the WEC and some of the accomplishments it has had including highly acclaimed white papers, Kzt and shoreline exposure maps for Seattle and likely in the future for Bellevue, contributions to ATC and NCSEA wind hazard expertise, and studies validating the location and magnitudes of ‘special wind regions’ in Washington state. It is a source of pride that our own WEC is a significant part of both the local and national conversation in wind engineering!

SEAW YMG thanks ARUP for their generous sponsorship of the event as well as Judy Guo and Alicia Pedneault for presenting and organizing the event. The YMG also thanks Scott Douglas for his time and effort in educating younger membership on the benefits of joining an SEAW technical committee. If you are interested in joining the WEC or want to learn more, please email Scott at sdouglasscott@gmail.com.

And, of course, please join us for one of our future Happy Hour events! The next event is on July 26 at AECOM from 5 to 7:30 PM. We look forward to you being a part of the conversation!

By Scott Douglas, WEC

The Wind Engineering Committee (WEC) submits the following report for July:

• City of Bellevue Kzt Map – The SEAW WEC continues work on a Kzt Wind Load Factor map for the City of Bellevue’s consideration. It will replicate the existing City of Seattle Wind Load Factor Map Wind Load Factors - SDCI | seattle.gov. If adopted the map will facilitate an alternate conservative method for rapid determination of Kzt factors and shoreline exposure in the City of Bellevue.
• Update to the 2004 SEAW commentary on wind code provisions (ATC 60) – The NCSEA CAC Wind Engineering Subcommittee has begun this update effort. An updated draft of Chapter 13 Questions 1, 2 and 3 discussing Unusual Wind Load Conditions will be reviewed at the next meeting.
• Washington/Columbia Special Wind Regions (SWR) Study – The SEAW White Paper WEC #3-2023 , ASCE 7 Special Wind Regions in Washington State, is now posted on the SEAW website Structural Engineers Association of Washington (squarespace.com). The recommendations in White Paper WEC #3-2023 are being submitted for adoption by the Washington State Building Code Council. The recommendations, along with recommendations for the State of Oregon SWR’s, will be submitted to the ASCE 7-28 Subcommittee on Wind Loads for balloting.
• Participation – All SEAW members, whatever their experience, are encouraged to participate at in WEC meetings. Please contact the WEC chair, Scott Douglas sdouglasscott@gmail.com, to join the SEAW WEC and receive additional information and announcements on Committee activities and actions.

Next Meeting – Friday July 29 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm. 

Meeting will be virtual via the following Zoom link:        

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85287880116?pwd=OFRqSEo0Rk5HbFVzT3JFV3B6a3hYdz09

Meeting ID: 852 8788 0116

Passcode: 936908

What would you do as a Building Safety Evaluator if you saw this? Photo is from a case study in the WAsafe training. Photo courtesy City of Seattle.

For more details and to register to take the training, go to: WAsafe Refresher

Upcoming ATC-20 Training

On August 8, 2023, an online ATC-20 “Procedures for Post-earthquake Safety Evaluations of Buildings” is being offered. Completing the ATC-20 training plus the online “WAsafe Program and Procedures” module (about an hour long) also qualifies an individual for first-time enrollment in WAsafe. Go here to read more and register: ATC-20 Course.

A separate announcement about this ATC-20 class and 8 other online trainings on earthquakes and buildings was emailed to SEAW members a few weeks ago. Go here for more details and registration links for all these classes.

What is WAsafe?

WAsafe is the Washington state program for volunteer Building Safety Evaluators (BSEs). WAsafe’s purpose is to assist building officials with building safety assessments following a disaster such as a major earthquake, when it is likely that building departments will be overwhelmed by the number of structures needing review for safe occupancy. 

For more details about WAsafe and the SEAW Disaster Preparation & Response Committee (DPRC), please see the DPRC webpage. To receive committee announcements and meeting agendas, join the DPRC email list (see the webpage). Committee meetings are held online on the third Tuesday of the month, Noon – 1PM (links given in the emailed agendas). The DPRC welcomes new members and those who just want to find out more about what we are up to.

Help wanted!  

The DPRC needs help teaching WAsafe classes for newcomers to WAsafe. The WAsafe curriculum consist of 13 modules, taught over 7.5 hours. New instructors start by studying and learning one or more modules (over PowerPoint), practicing the module with our experienced instructors, then teaching it. It isn’t too scary and is great practice for who feels public speaking opportunities are on par with root canals. Helping teach WAsafe is a way to make an invaluable contribution to Washington’s disaster preparedness and involves a limited time commitment.

If you have any questions about the DPRC or the WAsafe program, please feel free to contact Joyce Lem at joyce.seaw@wasafecoalition.org

July 29, 12-1 PM

Wind Engineering Committee Meeting (virtual) 

August 8, 1-5 PM

ATC-20 Training (virtual) 

September 14-15

Northwest Conference (@Hilton Bellevue) 

November 16, 6-7:30 PM

SEFW Fall Forum (@Benaroya Hall, Seattle) 

Alan Kiers

Associate Member, Southwest Chapter

Henil Patel

Student

Emma Williams

Associate Member, Seattle Chapter 

Angie Matthews

Associate Member, Southwest Chapter

Harrison Kuszmaul

Student

Turner Solterman

PE Member, Seattle Chapter

Debra Tseng

Associate Member, Seattle Chapter

Andrew Wang

Student

Employment Opportunities

Are you currently seeking employment as a structural engineer, senior manager, or a senior engineer technician? Check out our job board for current employment opportunities.

Opportunities for Mid-level Structural Engineer and Senior Project Manager: 

Seattle Structural is a downtown Seattle firm looking for qualified structural engineering professionals to join our talented team practicing across several different industries. Seattle Structural offers an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of public and private institutional, healthcare, educational, and commercial projects. Specialty areas include waterfront, scoreboards and large display systems, and construction support. We offer a competitive salary and a relaxed, collaborative work environment. Work is on site in our Belltown office near the waterfront. Benefits include medical, transit reimbursement, and retirement matching. Seattle Structural is a firm that makes it easy to become personally invested in the achievements of your company. 

Seattle Structural is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are filling two positions. Candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Mid-level Engineer: 5+ years’ experience.
• Senior Project Manager: 10+ years’ experience.
• BS or MS in Structural, Civil/Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Experience in steel and concrete buildings, aluminum structures, lateral analysis, deep foundations, and marine projects are desired.
• Working knowledge of CAD and Revit preferred.
• Strong emphasis on client service.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong technical skills.

Please address inquiries to: 

Lisa Wipplinger

Seattle Structural PS Inc.

3131 Elliott Avenue Suite 600A

Seattle, WA 98121

LWipplinger@SeattleStructural.com

Project Engineer (PE)

Integrus (based in Seattle, Spokane, and Portland) is currently seeking highly motivated, technically skilled, collaborative individuals to join our structural engineering group. We foster a supportive team environment focused on communication and collaboration.

Integrus is looking for a structural focused Project Engineer (PE) to work within comprehensive building project teams to integrate structural engineering into our architectural endeavors.

Position Requirements

• 4+ years’ experience working with building structures.
• PE license.
• BS or MS in Structural, Civil/Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Seismic design experience.
• Experience in designing and detailing steel, wood, masonry, and concrete buildings.
• Proficiency in (or interest in learning) Revit.

Position Preferences

• Strong emphasis on communication skills.
• Creative technical problem-solving.
• Solid engineering skills and knowledge.
• Specific interest in architectural collaboration.
• Experience in evaluation and retrofit of existing structures is a plus.

Salary Range: $85,000- $108,000 per year

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid insurance for staff, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 3 weeks’ vacation plus sick leave, 9 paid holidays including 2 “flex” days.
• FSA plan for dependent care and transportation costs.
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Support in obtaining licensure, professional development, and continuing education.

Visit https://integrusarch.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/128 to apply

Structural Engineer (SE)

Integrus (based in Seattle, Spokane, and Portland) is currently seeking highly motivated, technically skilled, collaborative individuals to join our structural engineering group. We foster a supportive team environment focused on communication and collaboration.

Integrus is looking for a senior Structural Senior Engineer (SE) to work within comprehensive building project teams to integrate structural engineering into our architectural endeavors.

Position Requirements

• 6+ years’ experience working with building structures.
• SE license.
• BS or MS in Structural, Civil/Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• Seismic design experience.
• Experience in designing and detailing steel, wood, masonry, and concrete buildings.
• Proficiency in (or interest in learning) Revit

Position Preferences

• Strong emphasis on communication skills.
• Creative technical problem-solving.
• Solid engineering skills and knowledge.
• Specific interest in architectural collaboration.
• Experience in evaluation and retrofit of existing structures is a plus.

Salary Range: $96,000 - $148,000 per year

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid insurance for staff, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 3 weeks’ vacation plus sick leave, 9 paid holidays including 2 “flex” days.
• FSA plan for dependent care and transportation costs.
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Support in obtaining licensure, professional development, and continuing education.

Visit https://integrusarch.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/130 to apply.

Structural Engineer-In-Training (EIT)



Integrus (based in Seattle, Spokane, and Portland) is currently seeking highly motivated, technically skilled, collaborative individuals to join our structural engineering group. We foster a supportive team environment focused on communication and collaboration.

Integrus is looking for a Structural Engineer-In-Training (EIT) to work within comprehensive building project teams to integrate structural engineering into our architectural endeavors.

Position Requirements

• 0-3 years’ experience working with building structures.
• BS or MS in Structural, Civil/Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
• EIT Certification.
• Seismic design experience/education.
• Experience/education in designing and detailing steel, wood, masonry, and concrete buildings.
• Proficiency in (or interest in learning) Revit.

Position Preferences

• Strong emphasis on communication skills.
• Creative technical problem solving.
• Solid engineering skills and knowledge.
• Specific interest in architectural collaboration.
• Experience/education in evaluation and retrofit of existing structures is a plus.

Salary Range: $72,000- $91,000 per year

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid insurance for staff, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 3 weeks’ vacation plus sick leave, 9 paid holidays including 2 “flex” days.
• FSA plan for dependent care and transportation costs.
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Support in obtaining licensure, professional development, and continuing education.

Visit https://integrusarch.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/132 to apply.

Simpson Strong-Tie CSS Field Engineer - Seattle

For over 60 years, Simpson Strong-Tie employees have fostered a collaborative workplace where team members are engaged in creative thinking to make things better and do it right. If career growth is important to you, come join us! https://strongtie.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Field-Engineer---Composite-Strengthening-Systems--CSS-_R4614

THE JOB:

• Partner with external customers and team members to identify opportunities and provide consultation in the areas of design, testing, development, and implementation of Simpson Strong-Tie’s (SST) Composite Strengthening Systems (CSS) products to meet project needs
• Identify sales opportunities and work closely with the sales team to support closing of sales opportunities.
• Conduct technical presentations for individuals, groups and associations involved in structural repair and rehabilitation.
• Be a jobsite presence; attend pre-bid job walks and intermittent site visits to support installer partners
• Develop and foster relationships with engineers, contractors and engineering firms

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Washington P.E. license required
• B.S Civil/Structural Engineering
• 4 years minimum commercial design experience
• 1-year sales or design experience with fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) strengthening systems a plus
• Design experience with retrofits, FRP, concrete repair and strengthening desired
• Other helpful skills: customer focused attitude, self-motivated, great communication skills, enthusiastic approach and ability to work well with others

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