Licensed Structural Engineer - Building Design

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson's Facilities Engineering and Design Team is at the forefront of engineering innovation, providing comprehensive services for large commercial developments, healthcare facilities, laboratories, educational institutions, data centers, and military installations.  Our expertise includes engineering analysis, design services, and professional consulting, ensuring top-tier quality and world class installations. We also provide building inspection and forensic investigation services. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high-impact projects, delivering engineering solutions that make a tangible difference in communities and industries.

As a Licensed Structural Engineer on our North Central Facilities Engineering and Design team, you will perform various engineering and project management duties related to evaluating, designing, and constructing projects. You may assist with developing project scopes and schedules and have the opportunity to coordinate work of other staff members. Opportunities to travel may arise for client meetings or site visits.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform structural design calculations on a diverse range of project types and materials.


• Prepare design drawings to be used for construction.


• Prepare project specifications to support construction drawings.


• Coordinate structural design with architectural and/or other disciplines.


• Meet project schedules.


• Attend project meetings with clients.


• Perform occasional site observations of projects.


• Apply knowledge and experience with standard techniques, methods, and procedures to assist with coordination of project design aspects.


• Communicate project development and progress with project managers and/or clients.


• Enter and maintain project information and client records in the firm’s project management system.


• May supervise and provide technical guidance to less experienced staff.

• Strong communication skills.


• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.


• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering.


• Masters degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering (structural emphasis) is preferred, but not required.


• Must be a registered professional engineer.


• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience


• Experience utilizing structural design and drafting software packages.


• Proficient in Autodesk Revit.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match


• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths


• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements


• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities


• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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