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
Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
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.