Civil - Structural

GeoWorld; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401K Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Overtime Bonus

Profit Sharing

License Bonus

Professional Development

Wellness Benefit

Job summary

Shive-Hattery's Quad Cities office is seeking an early-career structural engineer with 0-3 years of experience to design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and educational projects, with a focus on industrial sectors.

You will collaborate with experienced engineers, participate in site visits, and support drawing production while working under licensed engineers. Iowa PE eligibility is expected after gaining experience; travel and site PPE may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Structural Engineering.
• Master’s in Structural Engineering preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and educational projects, focusing on industrial sectors.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs.
• Provide support in design and drawing production within the structural discipline.
• Perform shop drawing reviews, field data collection, and field data entry.
• Handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Work under licensed structural engineers for mentorship.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Master’s in Structural Engineering

Tools

Revit

Navisworks/Recap

Structural design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shive-Hattery’s Quad Cities office is seeking an early-career structural engineer with 0-3 year of experience. This position offers the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community that values work-life balance. You’ll join a culture that encourages self-motivation, problem-solving, and growth opportunities.Your responsibilities and job tasks will include:

• Design structural solutions for industrial, commercial, and educational projects, with a primary focus on industrial sectors.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, technicians, and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs for our long-standing industrial clients both locally and nationally.
• Provide support in design and drawing production within the structural discipline.
• Perform shop drawing reviews, field data collection, and field data entry.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Work under the guidance and mentorship of licensed structural engineers.
• Participate in site visits, which may require driving, climbing ladders, working on elevated platforms, and wearing PPE specific to client sites.
• Travel occasionally, including some overnight stays, as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on Structural Engineering.
• Master’s in Structural Engineering is preferred but not required.
• Completion of coursework in steel and concrete is essential; experience with wood and masonry is a plus.
• Eligibility to sit for the Iowa PE exam after gaining the required experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate effectively within teams.
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present design solutions confidently.
• Experience with Revit, 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software, and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn new things and adapt to changing markets and software updates
• Ability to pass drug and background screenings required for work at most industrial sites.

Why Shive-Hattery?Our learning and teaching culture is founded on collaboration. You will learn from and teach other employees while working across disciplines. You will grow your skills and continue your professional growth at Shive-Hattery.Shive-Hattery offers an outstanding and competitive total compensation package including competitive pay and over 35 different benefits.Benefit Highlights

• Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
• Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
• FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
• 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
• 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
• Overtime Bonus
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• First Time License Bonus
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
• …And Many More!

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

• At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:To protect the interests of all parties, Shive-Hattery and its partners will not accept unsolicited candidate submissions from a recruiter or staffing agency who is not operating under an executed recruiting or staffing services contract with Shive-Hattery. Please do not contact our employees directly in that regard or otherwise submit unsolicited candidate information in any form.Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.