A structural engineering education typically requires 4-year baccalaureate with suggested addition of a master’s degree. Without master’s degree it’s 5 years’ experience under a Professional Engineer (P.E.) to take the exam, with a post grad degree experience is counted towards the qualifications to appear for the exam. BTW, the P.E. exam is an 8-hour exam! 

-When working with an architect to design a new structure or home to make sure the design is structurally sound and will meet state and city requirements

-When adding external structures such as Ramadas or Casitas -When adding additions to an existing home

-Doing a complete remodel that will affect loading bearing capabilities -Adding solar panels to a home -A home inspector has raised concerns about possible structural issues in an existing structure

-A contractor or home inspector notice structural damage

-On behalf of insurance companies to assess threats such as wind, fire, termite, water and flood damage

For example, Rectangular / square buildings, Tall high rises, Cantilevered buildings, Factory sheds, Pipe racks, Industrial plants, Canopies, Ramada, Retaining walls, Arches, Domes, Flag poles, Light poles, Towers, Dams, Bridges, Pools, Awnings, Underground tanks, Overhead tanks, Mobile homes, and Blast resistant glazed buildings.

Structural home inspectors will look at the overall property to search for indicators that the services of an additional professional are necessary. They perform a visual inspection of the conditions of the home.

Structural engineers evaluate problems and establish solutions. They can determine the strength, durability, and safety of a structure. A structural engineer will be able to consider how the roof, floors, walls, framing, foundation, and retaining walls will be affected.