Entry-Level Structural Design Engineer
Orion Placement
About the Role
Launch your structural engineering career with an established firm where you'll gain valuable experience designing real-world buildings. This primarily office-based position focuses on structural design, calculations, and construction documents for residential, commercial, and industrial building projects involving multiple structural materials and systems. You will work alongside experienced structural engineers who can help you build your technical skills and grow professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with structural engineering design for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
- Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and engineering documentation under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Support the design of steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structural systems.
- Work with project engineers to develop practical, code-compliant structural solutions.
- Assist with structural analysis, design reviews, and construction documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers throughout the design process.
- Learn industry software, engineering standards, and building design best practices.
- Gain exposure to real-world engineering challenges while developing technical and problem-solving skills.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related discipline preferred.
- Interest in building structural engineering and design.
- 1+ years of building structural design experience is a plus, not required.
- Familiarity with structural analysis, engineering calculations, or construction drawings through coursework, internships, or professional experience.
- Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, RAM, or other structural engineering software is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and eagerness to learn.
- Recent graduates and candidates with internship or academic project experience are welcome.
Qualifications
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related discipline preferred.
- Interest in building structural engineering and design.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and eagerness to learn.
Benefits
- Employer-paid healthcare.
- Company-supported 401(k).
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Company-paid professional licensing, PE exam preparation, continuing education, and career development.
- Vision insurance