Structural Engineer - Commercial Buildings
Location: Tampa, FL
Salary: $90,000-$95,000
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM
Work Arrangement: Onsite
A growing structural engineering firm in Tampa is looking for a Structural Engineer with commercial building design experience to join its team.
This is a great opportunity for an engineer who wants to work on a diverse range of commercial projects rather than being limited to one type of structure or project. The firm's portfolio includes automotive dealerships, car washes, restaurants, apartment buildings, franchise buildings, specialty commercial properties, and other unique projects.
You'll work primarily with structural steel and masonry, while also gaining exposure to wood and concrete systems. The role involves working directly with architects, contractors, and other trades and provides the opportunity to take ownership of projects from design through construction.
What You'll Do
- Design and coordinate structural plans for commercial buildings.
- Manage multiple projects across different phases of design and construction.
- Review architectural drawings and construction documents.
- Coordinate structural designs with architects, contractors, and other trades.
- Coordinate with drafting staff to develop and finalize structural drawings.
- Work with structural steel, masonry, wood, and concrete systems.
- Adapt priorities as project requirements and deadlines change.
- Communicate directly with contractors and other project stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
- 3-5+ years of structural engineering experience.
- Approximately 5 years of commercial structural design experience preferred.
- Proven experience designing structural systems for commercial buildings.
- Strong AutoCAD experience.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
- EIT or PE credentials are welcome.
Preferred Experience
- Revit
- PE license
- EIT certification
- Enercalc
- RISA
- Bluebeam
- Navisworks
Revit experience is particularly valuable for candidates who want to expand their capabilities and work on a broader range of projects.
Benefits & Perks
- $90,000-$95,000 salary
- Florida Blue HMO medical insurance
- 100% company-paid employee medical coverage
- Two weeks of PTO
- 6-8 paid holidays
- Flexible time-off approach
- Business travel expenses reimbursed
- Opportunity for career advancement
- Potential progression into a Senior Structural Engineer role
This is an opportunity to join a small, growing engineering firm where your work has a direct impact. Instead of being compartmentalized into one type of project, you'll have exposure to a wide variety of commercial structures and the opportunity to take ownership of your work.
You'll work closely with experienced leadership, architects, contractors, and other professionals while building your technical expertise and taking on increasingly complex responsibilities.
For the right engineer, this is a chance to grow with a company, expand your project experience, and build toward a Senior Structural Engineer role while maintaining a professional, focused environment.
Looking forward to your application!
