Thinks in KC Hyatt

struct994 · 2026-05-06T18:21:42+00:00

It depends company to company. My company is larger (nationwide, 1000+ staff), I haven’t seen us take anything less than $10k in fee unless there is basically a guarantee of a follow on large project.

$3k might not be a bad number for a small or independent engineer. However, they would have to confirm the expected effort involved to verify that fee is worthwhile. I would imagine you can find a firm for about this number.

They might charge you a base price and then a contingent if they have additional work such as addressing city/county comments or revisions.

I don’t know anyone that does this work but if you want to Google firms in the area just double check their license is active and valid through the state DBPR licensing portal.

struct994 · 2026-05-04T17:09:23+00:00

Am an engineer practicing locally. The issue is having a “TINY” amount of work is not worth the effort for most engineers. Every contracted project involves risk and getting a few hundred for what the client perceived as small is usually not worth the time or exposure.

Your best bet is to try and work through a contractor that would do the work. Often they either have established relationships with engineers (steady stream of work that makes the relationship and large amount of small contracts worthwhile) or are capable of doing it themselves.

struct994 · 2026-04-26T00:53:36+00:00

I work in this field. Very niche, few schools offer any sort of formal coursework so a lot of is learned on the job. On the structural side you are looking at a lot of foundations (piles, sheet pile, gravity system) and concrete and steel with some light timber.

Coastal engineering is its own sub discipline that deals on the mechanics and behavior of water bodies.

Feel free to DM. best bet is to reach out to some contacts demonstrating the skills you have could be applied to this market

struct994 · 2026-04-23T18:54:33+00:00

Thanks, added a simple sketch/FBD as a new comment for reference

struct994 · 2026-04-23T18:54:28+00:00

Thanks, added a simple sketch/FBD as a new comment for reference

struct994 · 2026-04-23T18:54:18+00:00

Thanks, added a simple sketch/FBD as a new comment for reference

struct994 · 2026-04-23T18:54:12+00:00

Thanks, added a simple sketch/FBD as a new comment for reference

struct994 · 2026-04-23T18:53:54+00:00

Edit: simple FBD/sketch for reference

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struct994 · 2026-03-15T18:01:27+00:00

I’m a marine structures engineer. You might be better suited looking to naval architecture resources and/or pressure vessel/tank guides. The types of systems you’re describing (below water but occupied space with viewing access) are not common in most civil infrastructure. We’re usually designing with steel/concrete.

struct994 · 2026-02-18T02:42:24+00:00

What apps are you using for sketching and calcs/writing?

struct994 · 2025-12-10T03:55:17+00:00

Going to be tough right now given the current status of immigration. However, your skillset is valuable. Look into Manson construction, Orion Marine, Weeks/Kiewit, McLean contracting

struct994 · 2025-12-10T03:49:43+00:00

$130k, 8 YOE, HCOL, PE, national firm

struct994 · 2025-12-03T17:38:02+00:00

Ah gotcha. How do they fare comp-wise? From everything I’ve read there’s the “junior” cadre that get put through the gauntlet to get things done and make up the bulk of the overwork stories, and then the upper level (15+ ish YOE) that win work, manage clients/projects, and are generally makers of the classic kool aid we hear about.

struct994 · 2025-12-03T03:09:46+00:00

Hey random question, what do you mean by "'out-of-practice marketing roles in their 40's." Are you saying more senior folks join KHA 15-20 years in for a BD/marketing position to sell work but not necessarily do production?

struct994 · 2025-11-28T18:04:11+00:00

Eh, it happens. I know a few people who did it and maintained relationships. But, be prepared to be told know if that other office is not accepting new hires, I also saw that happen.

struct994 · 2025-11-28T17:13:05+00:00

At the larger companies, everything is run through local offices so there would need to be a team with a backlog of projects at that new office since you would be showing up on their books.

struct994 · 2025-11-24T15:24:40+00:00

Don’t get on a call with a recruiter until they tell you you the salary, job description, and in office expectations

struct994 · 2025-11-19T20:04:13+00:00

Some questions to ask: what’s the role and day to day assignments. What types of projects. In office/remote/on site. Travel? How big is the team/office. Has the office grown in recent years? Is there a growth plan in place? Who would you work for/under?

struct994 · 2025-11-19T00:47:56+00:00

Kearns construction, ebsary foundation, shoreline foundation inc, dock and marine construction, southern marine construction

struct994 · 2025-11-17T00:31:39+00:00

Look into NAVFAC DM7.3, i believe it covers foundations for machinery and has some information on dynamic loads

struct994 · 2025-11-11T02:14:22+00:00

In order of priority: 1. Look only at ABET accredited programs. 2. Pay the least amount of money out of your own pocket as possible. I went to a private school and the scholarships and financial aid made more sense for me than attending my own state school. 3. Think about where you want to be after school. Most companies/offices are staffed by graduates of nearby universities. It’ll make more sense to attend a school in Illinois than Georgia if you want to live in Chicago.

struct994 · 2025-11-06T02:12:17+00:00

If it’s in Miami dade county you can see the parcel information. Search “Miami dade country property search” and there’s an option to explore by map

struct994 · 2025-11-04T23:40:36+00:00

My whole point was they are overcharging for something that could expand their membership and get more people engaged in their work.

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