Corporate Structural Engineer-Entry Level

Spectra Tech, Inc.; Scarboro (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectra Tech, Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to support design and analysis of structural systems at our Corporate Office in Oak Ridge, TN. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and 0-3+ years of experience. Key responsibilities include performing structural analysis, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with building codes. This role offers a chance to grow under experienced engineers and contribute to high-quality technical standards.

Qualifications

• 0-3+ years of structural engineering experience, including exposure to complex facilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for concrete and steel systems.
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and support within assigned areas of competence.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs.
• Conduct site visits to observe construction and verify design intent.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and national building codes.

Skills

Proficiency with Revit

Structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro)

Department of Energy (DOE) experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

Spectra Tech, Inc. is hiring for a Corporate Structural Engineer - Entry Level in Oak Ridge, TN at our Corporate Office.

About Spectra Tech, Inc. and the work we accomplish

Spectra Tech, a minority-owned engineering company founded by Loong Yong, Ph.D., has three decades of experience providing high-quality and cost-effective services to federal agencies and private sector clients. Spectra Tech specializes in providing nuclear, environmental, engineering, and IT solutions in the environmental remediation, national security, and nuclear energy sectors. Throughout the years, Spectra Tech has consistently maintained an excellent track record for customer satisfaction, high employee morale, and job safety. In 2022, Spectra Tech was awarded "Small Business of the Year" for 2021 by the U.S. Department of Energy

Position Overview

We are seeking an Entry-Level Structural Engineer to support the design and analysis of structural systems across a variety of projects. This role includes assisting with structural calculations, developing design drawings and models, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams throughout all phases of design.

The selected candidate will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and contribute to maintaining high-quality technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for concrete and steel systems
• Prepare:
  • Structural calculations
  • Drawings
  • Specifications
  • Technical documentation
• Provide technical guidance and support within assigned areas of competence
• Collaborate with:
  • Architects
  • Contractors
  • Multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Review:
  • Shop drawings
  • Submittals
  • RFIs
• Conduct site visits to:
  • Observe construction
  • Verify design intent
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Local codes
  • State codes
  • National building codes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET EAC-accredited program
• 0-3+ years of structural engineering experience, including exposure to complex facilities
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Desired Skills

• Proficiency with Revit
• Experience with structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD.Pro or equivalent) preferred
• Department of Energy (DOE) experience is a plus

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Spectra Tech, Inc., our recruitment team is powered by real people in real time-personally reviewing every application with care and integrity. We take pride in identifying and recruiting top-tier talent while maintaining full alignment with federal regulations, EEOC standards, and fair hiring practices that reflect our commitment to excellence and equity. Spectra Tech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We are also an E-verify employer.