Structural Engineer - Buildings (New Grad)

General Matter

$96K — $106K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with structural emphasis (recent graduate or upcoming)
  • Strong foundational coursework in advanced structural design and analysis techniques
  • Familiarity with BIM software like Revit and AutoCAD
  • Understanding of structural analysis tools (e.g., RISA-3D, SAP2000)
  • Knowledge of material-specific design standards and engineering principles
  • Interest or experience in coding (Python, C#) and visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper)
  • Preferred internship experience in heavy industrial or seismic design projects

Responsibilities

  • Support design and coordination of structural systems for mission-critical facilities
  • Perform structural analysis and calculations for steel, concrete, and foundations
  • Assist in designing high-seismic bracing and heavy-loading floor slabs
  • Analyze wind, seismic, and snow loads according to building codes
  • Contribute to BIM modeling to integrate structural designs with MEP disciplines
  • Develop structural specifications and construction drawings for large-scale projects
  • Participate in workflow automation and computational design initiatives
  • Communicate technical structural concepts within project teams

Benefits

  • Access to medical, vision and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan participation
  • Eligibility for long-term incentives, such as stock options
  • Collaboration with experienced engineers in a supportive environment
Full Job Description
About the Role

We're looking for a Structural Engineer (New Graduate) with a strong interest in structural systems design for industrial and mission-critical facilities to join our growing engineering team. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and designers to develop robust structural solutions for spaces similar to data centers, manufacturing plants, refineries, and other large-scale infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate with an advanced technical background eager to help build the world's most modern enrichment plant and contribute to high-reliability, heavy-industrial facility design.

Responsibilities
  • Support the design and coordination of structural systems in BIM for industrial and critical facilities, including gravity and lateral load-resisting systems.
  • Perform structural analysis, calculations for steel and concrete elements, and foundation design under the guidance of senior engineers.
  • Assist in the design of specialized industrial structures, including high-seismic bracing, equipment supports, and heavy-loading floor slabs.
  • Work on the analysis of wind, seismic, and snow loads in accordance with applicable building codes.
  • Contribute to BIM modeling using Revit and AutoCAD to integrate structural designs with mechanical and electrical disciplines.
  • Support the development of structural specifications, calculation packages, and construction drawings for large-scale projects.
  • Participate in workflow automation and computational design using visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper) or coding (Python, C#).
  • Effectively communicate technical structural concepts within multidisciplinary project teams.

Basic Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Structural Engineering or a Master's in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis (recent graduate or upcoming).
  • Strong foundational coursework in finite element analysis (FEA), advanced steel design, reinforced concrete design, and structural dynamics.
  • Familiarity with BIM modeling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
  • Understanding of structural analysis software (e.g., RISA-3D, SAP2000, ETABS, or RAM Structural System).
  • Knowledge of material-specific design standards and fundamental physics-based engineering principles.
  • Interest and/or experience in AI tools for design, visual programming (Dynamo, Grasshopper), coding (Python, C#), and/or open-source projects.
  • Internship experience at an engineering or AEC firm preferred, especially projects involving heavy industrial or high-seismic design.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly and collaboratively across disciplines.

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Familiarity with structural codes and standards (IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 43, AISC 360, ACI 318).
  • Exposure to seismic design categories, vibration analysis for sensitive equipment, or blast-resistant design.
  • Experience with pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMB) or modular structural systems.
  • Understanding of industrial-specific requirements, such as crane runway design or heavy equipment anchorage.

Additional Requirements
  • Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $96,000-$106,000 annually.

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and may be adjusted based on market conditions, business needs, or other factors. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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