2025 Structural Designer (Entry Level)

Hanson Professional Services, Inc.; Springfield, Lincoln (IL, NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm that values professional growth and offers a supportive environment. This entry-level position in the Building Structural Discipline allows you to engage in diverse projects, from design engineering to construction oversight. You'll collaborate with a talented team, gain hands-on experience, and develop your skills in a nurturing atmosphere. With a commitment to inclusivity and continuous learning, this role provides the perfect opportunity to launch your engineering career and make a meaningful impact in the field.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Performance bonuses

401(k) with matching contribution

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health & well-being plans

Financial wellness plans

Work-life balance programs

Qualifications

• Entry-level position with a focus on design and construction engineering.
• 0-5 years of experience required, E.I. License desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design engineering and prepare construction plans.
• Conduct analysis and ensure compliance with contract documents.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

REVIT

BIM

STAAD

RISA

Job description

Excited to grow your career?

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Our people make all the difference in our success.

About Us

Hanson Professional Services Inc. is a dynamic, employee-owned consulting firm of more than 450 employees providing a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, planning, and allied services throughout the USA.

Position Profile

This position will work within our Government Market in the Building Structural Discipline on building and facilities projects, as well as other structural projects in all of Hanson's Markets. Office locations will be considered depending on the qualifications of the candidate.

This position is an entry-level position geared for professional learning, growth, and increasing responsibility for design and construction engineering and support of a broad range of structural engineering assignments to include buildings and industrial projects.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Assist and participate in design engineering.
• Conduct analysis and design, calculation, preparation of specifications, details, and construction plans.
• Assist and participate in construction engineering.
• Conduct observation and documentation of construction activity.
• Conduct evaluation of construction for compliance with contract documents.
• Interpret plans for design intent.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training:

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering with additional course work in structural engineering is required.
• 0-5 years of experience
• E.I. License is desirable.
• Master's degree in Structural Engineering is desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient with the following software programs is desirable: AutoCAD/Civil 3D, REVIT, BIM, and Structural Design (STAAD, RISA, etc.).

Soft Skills:

• The candidate must be able to work as a team member and independently, have the desire to learn new skills, be self-motivated, and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills

Working at Hanson:

• Must be able to collaborate remotely with colleagues in other offices.
• Candidate must be willing to accept out-of-town travel assignments and to work overtime to meet project demands.
• Must possess a valid driver's license

As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERANS

Benefits

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visitour benefits pagefor all the details.

Culture

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It's important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You'll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

As employers/governmental contractors, we comply with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities where they apply. To assist us in meeting our affirmative action goals, employees are encouraged to refer minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY - AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

EEO / MINORITY / FEMALE / INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES / VETERAN

We do not accept unsolicited resumesfrom recruiters or agencies/staffing firms.Resumesare only accepted from recruiters and agency/staffing firms if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position.