Structural Engineering New Graduate | Vancouver, WA
This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities in Vancouver, WA or the Portland metro area. IMEG is a 100% employee-owned firm offering big-firm resources with local-team relationships.
About the Role
This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one. You will work closely with experienced engineers and consultants to support structural systems analysis, design, and development of documents. You will contribute across the full project life cycle, support work within project budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to help meet project goals and client expectations.
This team supports commercial structural work across the Pacific Northwest with strong seismic retrofit, resilience, and utility-related expertise, contributing to sustainable design goals including SE2050.
- Location: Vancouver, WA or Portland, OR
- Discipline: Structural
- Markets: Commercial
- Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
- Travel: Up to 5%
- Work Schedule: Full-time in office
- Sponsorship: Not available
Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and analysis of structural systems using a variety of building materials, engineering software, and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards
- Interact with clients to gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships
- Support the execution of consulting projects as part of a project team, including project planning and scheduling tasks to meet deadlines and objectives
- Document design decisions and client instructions while monitoring project design progress
- Analyze low to medium complexity engineering tasks and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions
- Participate in IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and structural engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG
- Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and conduct yourself in an ethical and professional manner
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals
- Engage in the full life cycle of projects from conception through construction by developing designs, preparing construction documents, reviewing construction submittals, and participating in job site observations
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required
Skills
- Knowledge of design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures
- Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge of principles relating to structural mechanics and materials as it relates to structural design of buildings and other structures
- Knowledge of industry standard engineering software and tools including structural analysis and design software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
- Basic knowledge in the use of BIM software
- Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
- Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to travel up to 5% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
- Prior internship experience in the building design consulting industry preferred
- Engineering in Training (EIT) License preferred
About The Team
This structural team has a highly visible seismic retrofit and utility specialty. The team supports Pacific Northwest resilience and seismic structural work with heavy exposure to public infrastructure and utility equipment qualification.
- Seismic rehabilitation for schools, fire stations, and police facilities
- Utility and power equipment qualification, especially transformers, reactors, and substations
Recent work includes Clark Public Utilities Operations Center New Data Room, Utility Company, and Redmond Fire Station 404 Seismic Rehabilitation.
Benefits
- Consultancy 101: structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one
- An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one
- IDEA Program: firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
- MEG, in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
- Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
- PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE
- Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
- Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
Pay
State of Washington Salary Range: $71,000-$76,000 per year
The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options.