Greglocock, I don't think my company would want to take on an engineer specifically for engineering work. However, the possibility of me working as a 'contract hire' for another company for a year or so was brought up. I don't know how I feel about that.
Weab, the typical scenario I run into...
Macgyver, from what I've read up on thus far, experience is all relative to what the board deems relevant. I guess I can write the board in my state and hope for a response or talk to the Dean of my school for a direct answer. Even though I will consider myself a structural engineer, I think I...
slta, thanks for the feedback.
1. Not sure you're getting actual design experience in this job...
We usually have to 'design' our own temporary supports/structures and submit them to the engineer for approval. Also, we frequently have to report any structural problems during restoration which...
Before I get into the details of my situation, I want to thank everyone for contributing all the great information and tips in regards to structural engineering and general career advice. I've been lurking around for a good year and a half now while in school. I'll try to keep this brief. I...
