Associate Engineer

Enclos Tensile Structures; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, prescription, vision 

Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare

Flexible time off and paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Career growth and nationwide careerOp

Job summary

Enclos Tensile Structures in Buffalo, NY seeks an Associate Engineer to support design and engineering of custom tensile structures. You will model and analyze using finite element software and contribute to drawings and fabrication planning under senior engineers.

The ideal candidate is an early-career civil/structural engineer, graduating Spring 2027 or soon, with EIT certification and strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) Certificate.
• BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Modeling and analysis of tensioned membrane structures using finite element large deflection software.
• Summarize and present engineering results in report format for client review and approval.
• Develop general arrangement drawings with a project designer for client review.
• Create fabric cutting patterns meeting project geometry requirements.
• Coordinate project work with Project Manager, Supervising Engineer, and Project Designer.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned projects.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Steel structural design knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Build iconic structures that shape skylines.

At Enclos Tensile Structures, we design, engineer, fabricate, and install custom tensile structures that define skylines and transform public spaces - from stadiums to transportation hubs and beyond. Our work blends architectural vision with advanced structural engineering to bring lightweight, high-performance structures to life.

We're seeking an Associate Engineer to join our Buffalo-based engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career civil structural engineer who is ready to apply their technical foundation to complex, creative, and highly visible projects.

This role is an excellent fit for students graduating in Spring 2027 with a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. We anticipate filling this position in Spring 2027.

Enclos Tensile Structures is an award-winning design-build contractor specializing in the engineering and construction of custom lightweight structures. Our team has collaborated with many of the world's leading architects, designers, and developers to deliver projects that combine architectural expression with structural performance. Our portfolio spans everything from elegant, functional canopies to some of the most iconic tensile structures in the built environment.

Notable projects include:

• Allianz Field
• SoFi Stadium
• Intuit Dome
• ATLNext Central Passenger Terminal Complex
• Santa Fe Opera House and Cantina

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Associate Engineer works under the supervision of senior level engineers to assist in the development and engineering of custom tensile structures. Primary responsibilities include computer modeling and finite element analysis using proprietary large deflection software to size steel and cable components, as well as connection design, while meeting the structural requirements of the industry building codes and the specified requirements of the customer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Modeling and analysis of tensioned membrane structures using finite element large deflection software.
• Summarize and present engineering results in report format for client review and approval.
• Working with a project designer to develop general arrangement drawings for client review and approval.
• Create fabric cutting patterns meeting the geometry requirements of the project.
• Coordinate project work in conjunction with the Project Manager, Supervising Engineer, and Project Designer to ensure timely and accurate completion of the assigned project.
• Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope.
• Strong demonstrated ability to analyze and design steel fabricated structures.
• Demonstrating the ability to learn and grow under the supervision of a senior level Engineer.

COMPETENCIES

To achieve success, candidates should demonstrate the following core competencies: Attention to detail, organizational skills, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, teamwork, professionalism, quality orientation, dependability, initiative, and collaboration/relationship management.

REQUIREMENTS

• 0-3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.) Certificate
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong theoretical background with specific knowledge relating to designing steel structures.
• Proficiency in standard office software, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam.

COMPENSATION

At the Enclos family of companies, compensation is determined based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. The successful candidate for the Associate Engineer position in Buffalo, New York can expect to earn $65,000 to $75,000 annually.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage
• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses
• Flexible time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Career growth and nationwide career opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Enclos Corp is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

Enclos Corp is further committed to ensuring that employment decisions are based on valid job requirements. In addition, all employment actions, such as recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, and termination are administered fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis, without discrimination based on the protected categories named above. Enclos Corp will also provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities reasonable accommodations, if possible, as required by law.