Structural Engineer - PE

Locations: Madison, Janesville, or Rockford, IL

Salary: $70,000–$150,000 DOE

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Structural Designer / Structural Engineer to join our engineering design team. The successful candidate will perform structural analysis and design for commercial building projects, develop construction documents, coordinate with architects and MEP consultants, and ensure compliance with building codes and material specifications. This role requires hands-on experience with structural analysis software and a strong foundation in practical construction practices across steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for commercial buildings, including gravity and lateral systems, foundations, and connections.
• Develop clear, coordinated structural construction drawings and specifications using Revit and CAD tools.
• Use structural analysis and design software (ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, RAM) to model structures, perform calculations, and produce design outputs.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, standards, and local jurisdiction requirements.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to resolve design and constructability issues.
• Prepare design calculations, material takeoffs, and technical reports to support project deliverables.
• Participate in site visits and construction support, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
• 2–3+ years of structural design experience, preferably in a design firm environment working on commercial building projects
• Proven experience with structural analysis and design software: ETABS, SAP2000, RISA, and RAM
• Proficient in Revit for structural modeling and production of coordinated construction documents
• Strong understanding of construction materials and structural systems: steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC, AWC, local codes)
• Experience coordinating with MEP engineers and other design disciplines
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT with path to licensure highly preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including $0 co-pays for health insurance
• Annual bonus potential tied to company performance
• Recognized as a Madison Area Top Workplace for four consecutive years (2023–2026)
• Collaborative, multi-disciplinary work environment with exposure to diverse, high-profile projects
• Flexible schedules and an emphasis on work-life balance
• Paid community service hours to give back to the communities we serve
• Monthly social events and a relaxed business-casual dress code
• $1,000 annual professional development stipend
• Weekly in-office training sessions (with lunch provided)
• Hybrid work arrangement once ramped up