About the role#
The Silman Fellow for Preservation Engineering is a 12-month program designed for a recent engineering graduate. You will split your time between two organizations. For six months, you will work with the Buildings Sector at TYLin to gain structural engineering experience. For the remaining six months, you will work with the National Trust for Historic Preservation under the guidance of the Graham Gund Architect. This fellowship includes travel to historic sites and concludes with a transition into a full-time structural engineer position at TYLin.
What you'll do#
During your time with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, you will:
- Participate in site visits, condition assessments, and preservation planning at historic properties nationwide.
- Collaborate with site personnel, preservation professionals, and consultants on ongoing projects.
- Assist with documentation, research, and evaluation of historic buildings and construction materials.
- Support the development of maintenance, stabilization, and rehabilitation recommendations.
- Gain practical experience in historic preservation and stewardship.
During your time with TYLin, you will:
- Prepare structural design and drawings for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings from conceptual and preliminary design through completion.
- Perform field review for projects under construction.
- Handle other responsibilities as assigned.
What you'll need#
- B.S. in Civil, Architectural, or Structural Engineering.
- M.S., M.Eng., or M.A. in Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Historic Preservation.
- A strong interest in or background in historic preservation.
- Willingness and ability to travel nationwide.
- A client-focused mindset with a commitment to innovation and integrity.
- Demonstrated experience working within diverse and inclusive teams.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position based in New York, New York.
- The fellowship term begins in Fall 2027.
- This is a paid position.
About Sidara
Sidara is a global collaborative of specialist firms focused on architecture, engineering, and project management. The company operates in over 70 countries with a network of 450 offices. It employs more than 55,000 people. Founded in 1986, the firm provides services in sustainability, digital strategy, and energy innovation.
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