Structural Engineer - Early Career

Responsibilities

• Design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and educational projects, with a primary focus on industrial sectors.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, technicians, and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs for our long-standing industrial clients both locally and nationally.
• Provide support in design and drawing production within the structural discipline.
• Perform shop drawing reviews, field data collection, and field data entry.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Work under the guidance and mentorship of licensed structural engineers.
• Participate in site visits, which may require driving, climbing ladders, working on elevated platforms, and wearing PPE specific to client sites.
• Occasionally travel, including some overnight stays, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structural Engineering.
• Master’s in Structural Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Completion of coursework in steel and concrete is essential; experience with wood and masonry is a plus.
• Eligibility to sit for the Iowa PE exam after gaining the required experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate effectively within teams.
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present design solutions confidently.
• Experience with Revit, 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software, and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn new things and adapt to changing markets and software updates.
• Ability to pass drug and background screenings required for work at most industrial sites.

Qualifications

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, Or Immigration Status Requirements: At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Skills

Strong attention to detail, collaboration, and communication skills; proficiency in structural engineering software; ability to manage multiple projects; willingness to learn and adapt.

Benefits

Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Pay

Competitive pay is offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible to accommodate the needs of the individual and the projects they are working on.