Jr. Structural Engineer

We are looking for a Junior Structural Engineer to support structural design for commercial and institutional facility projects. This role is a good fit for an entry-level or early-career engineer with exposure to Revit, AutoCAD, RISA, structural analysis, and building design.

Role Focus

• Structural design support for building projects
  
• Revit and AutoCAD drawing production
  
• Structural modeling and analysis using RISA
  
• Design of beams, columns, foundations, framing, and related structural elements
  
• Commercial and institutional facility project support
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with structural drawings, models, details, calculations, and construction documents.
  
• Support the design of structural elements including steel, concrete, masonry, wood, foundations, and framing systems.
  
• Help prepare calculations, design documentation, and analysis models under the guidance of senior engineers.
  
• Use Revit and AutoCAD to update drawings, details, plans, and project documentation.
  
• Support structural analysis and design work using RISA or similar engineering software.
  
• Coordinate structural layouts with architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil teams.
  
• Review markups from senior engineers and update drawings accurately.
  
• Assist with field observations, existing condition reviews, RFIs, submittals, and construction phase support.
  
• Learn internal design standards, code requirements, quality control procedures, and project delivery workflows.
  

Required Experience

• 0 to 4 years of structural engineering or structural design experience.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Exposure to Revit and AutoCAD through work experience, internships, co-ops, or school projects.
  
• Familiarity with RISA or similar structural analysis software.
  
• Basic understanding of structural systems, load paths, framing, foundations, and building design.
  
• Ability to read and develop drawings, details, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
  
• Strong attention to detail, coachability, and willingness to learn from senior engineers.
  

Preferred Experience

• Internship or project experience with commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, government, or similar facility projects.
  
• EIT preferred, or interest in pursuing EIT and future PE licensure.
  
• Exposure to steel, concrete, masonry, wood, or foundation design.
  
• Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, NDS, or related structural design codes is a plus.
  

Equal Opportunity Statement
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Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.