Assistant Structural Engineer – Diverse Facilities Projects

Burns & McDonnell

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Structural Engineer to support licensed engineers on a variety of projects, assisting in design from concept to completion and adapting drawings to budget and client needs. You’ll help with production drawings, field measurements, and CAD updates across power, healthcare, industrial, and government facilities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and growth through internships or early career experience; EIT/ABET-advantaged candidates

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering; ABET accreditation preferred.
Master's degree in Structural Engineering preferred; ABET accreditation preferred.
Prior internship/consulting experience preferred.
Basic knowledge in standard structural engineering techniques and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical/problem-solving abilities; methodical work approach.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Basic knowledge of structural analysis programs (RISA), AutoCAD and BIM (Revit/Tekla).
Strong attention to detail; leadership and collaboration skills.
EIT certification preferred.
Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
Campus or community involvement preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in structural design from conceptual through design completion.
Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for diverse facilities.
Assists in designing structural components per project manager requirements.
Applies basic structural engineering concepts and procedures.
Assists with researching and compiling project data for managers.
Assists in updating drawings with CAD software corrections.
Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration.
Assists in field inspections, measurements or calculations for clients.