Design Associate - Structural

Haskell Company; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskell is seeking a Design Associate – Structural to perform basic structural design for assigned projects, progressing toward licensure. This role supports the production of drawings, calculations, and specifications in collaboration with licensed design professionals.

You will develop design criteria, participate in design reviews, support construction activities, and communicate with clients and team members. A BS in civil or architectural engineering is required, with a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in civil or architectural engineering is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Willingness to pursue PE licensure and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Produces calculations and documents.
• Prepares clear calculations and models using software.
• Develops design criteria and prepares detailed drawings and specifications.
• Participates in design reviews with the project team.
• Responds to RFI’s and reviews submittals for compliance.
• Communicates project information professionally with customers and staff.

Skills

Building Systems Knowledge

Calculations

Documentation

Design Reviews

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil or Architectural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

3D Modeling Software

Job description

At Haskell, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact.

Scope of Position

TheDesign Associate – Structuralis responsible forstructural design of basic elements for assigned projects. Work of increasing complexity to meet eligibility requirements to take professional licensingexam. Works with licensed designprofessionalfor the production ofinnovative,appropriate, cost effective, designs,drawingsand specifications in structural engineering for assigned projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Application of Building Systems Knowledge:
  • Produces calculation/documents.
  • Develops a basic understanding of the various model building and materials codes.
• Design
  • Prepares clear, complete and concise calculations including software models.
  • Develops all details necessary for assigned elements.
  • Prepares design criteria for assigned projects.
  • Responsible for the production of well-organized structural documents and calculations which are accurate, clear, concise, and complete.
  • Participates in design reviews with the design team as required.

• Construction Support
  • Responds to assigned RFI’s and reviews submittals for compliance in a timely manner.
  • Participates in assigned preconstruction/preparatory meetings.
  • Prepares assigned field orders, addenda and record drawings.

• Project Management
  • Communicates effectively with external/internal Customers and staff in a professional manner conveying pertinent project information as required. Attends project meetings as requested.
• Planning, Scheduling and Profitability:
  • Completes all assigned work on time.
  • Monitors projects for scope creep and reports changes to the Engineer of Record.
• Professional Development
  • Working towards become registered as a PE.
  • Attends training provided by senior staff to improve base knowledge.
  • Actively participates in local professional organization(s).
  • Improves ability to use all structural design, AutoCAD and 3D modeling software.

Education & Years of Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in accredited curriculum such ascivil or architectural engineering.
• Master's degree preferred.

Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000. The actual salary will be determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities:

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities) and Drug-Free Workplace.