Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O'Brien in Lakewood, CO is seeking a Cold-Formed Steel Engineer to design systems for commercial projects, focusing on prefabrication and modular construction. This role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams across the U.S. and Canada.

The ideal candidate will possess an ABET accredited degree in Structural or Civil Engineering and have 2–5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $92,000, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in cold-formed steel engineering with a commercial building focus.
• Desire to work toward excellent and timely service.
• Experience in the design of concrete, masonry, steel, and foundations required.

Responsibilities

• Full life-cycle project design from kick-off to construction document production.
• Lead project teams and produce engineering documents.
• Assist clients with technical design issues and manage submittals.

Skills

Cold-formed steel engineering

Time-management

Collaboration

Education

ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Registered EIT

Tools

CFS

RISA

Enercalc

RAM

Bluebeam

REVIT

Job description

Job Summary

Our office in Lakewood, CO seeks a Cold‑Formed Steel Engineer to design cold‑formed steel systems for commercial building projects, including building enclosures, interior walls and ceilings, shaft walls, structural framing, and bearing wall structures. The role focuses on prefabrication, panelization, modular construction and BIM/VDC services, and involves collaborating with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams across the U.S. and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Full life‑cycle project design from kick‑off to construction document production and construction oversight.
• Join and lead project teams in our Building Design and Non‑building structures studios.
• Produce engineering documents such as reports, calculations, and drawings that are complete and technically accurate.
• Assist clients with technical design issues, coordinate document preparation, and manage submittals.
• Utilize design software such as CFS, RISA, Enercalc, RAM, Bluebeam, and REVIT to produce construction drawings.

Qualifications and Experience

• ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Registered EIT.
• 2–5 years of experience in cold‑formed steel engineering with a commercial building focus.
• Experience on projects of similar breadth and depth of structural engineering services offered by Salas O’Brien.
• Desire to work toward the company’s goal of excellent and timely service.
• Experience in the design of concrete, masonry, steel, and foundations is required; experience in the following is a plus:
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Cold‑formed Steel
• Seismic design categories D, E and F
• Extreme wind loading
• Blast‑resistant structures
• Strong time‑management skills and self‑starter attitude required.
• Ability to learn from and work with other team members.

Location

Lakewood, CO (Denver)

Travel

Up to 10%.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000–$92,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will depend on skills, experience, qualifications, and location. The role is also eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S.‑based benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and company holidays; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and professional development support.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.