Design Engineer I, Structural

Providence Engineering; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick leave

Flex time

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Registration reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Providence Engineering is seeking a Design Engineer I, Structural to perform routine engineering tasks under supervision on diverse projects. You will develop calculations, assist with minor designs, and coordinate with project managers and teams to meet timelines.

Ideal candidates hold a structural engineering degree, have FE exam progress, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers growth opportunities and exposure to licensure processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or related field required.
• FE exam completed or in progress.
• 0–2 years of related internship/entry-level experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with structural analysis software (Risa 3D, RAM, Tedds) and hand calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, constructable, affordable, and timely RCAT solutions.
• Perform routine design tasks and meet budgeted hours.
• Prepare engineering calculations and minor designs.
• Work on multiple projects for project managers and other branches.
• Document project experience for licensure.
• Assist in proposal hour estimates.
• Develop communications with internal clients.
• Attend design, construction meetings and site visits.
• Adhere to company policies and participate in webinars and networking.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering

FE exam completed or in progress

Tools

Risa 3D

RAM

Tedds

MS Office

Job description

BENEFITS @ PROVIDENCE.

As an employee-owned company, Providence Engineering’s benefits and perks are designed to foster a rewarding work/life balance and truly support our employee-owners throughout their career.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Providence is 100% employee owned. Our ESOP serves as a retirement plan for employee-owners by holding tax-free investments on their behalf.

401(k) Retirement Program With Company Match.

Medical / Prescription Insurance. Dental Insurance. Vision Insurance. Health Savings Account.

Paid Vacation. Eleven Paid Holidays. Paid Sick Leave.

Flex Time.

Life Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Professional Registration & Licensure Reimbursement. Professional Development Education.

Job Summary

The Design Engineer I, Structural will complete routine engineering work on projects of varying sizes under the supervision of experienced engineers.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Adopt a positive attitude of accountability by providing reliable, constructable, affordable, and timely solutions (RCAT) resulting in Providence being the Engineer of Choice
• Perform routine or entry-level engineering tasks neatly, accurately, and efficiently to meet budget hours estimate provided by supervisor
• Prepare engineering calculations and minor designs while developing skills to take professional engineer exam for licensing
• Work on multiple, concurrent projects for various project managers, and sometimes for other branches
• Document project experience for NCEES record to facilitate future licensure
• After gaining experience, prepare hours estimates for project proposals for use by project manager
• Develop communications skills through correspondence and coordination with internal clients
• Attend design meetings, construction meetings, and site visits with experienced engineer
• Comply with company policies and procedures
• Participate in continuing education webinars and education sessions
• Participate in networking and Young Professionals events
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Experience, And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering with structural emphasis, or a closely related field is required
• Complete and pass Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE)
• 0-2 years of related experience as a student intern, or employment experience as an Engineer-in-Training highly preferred
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to use Risa 3D, RAM, Tedds, or similar company-approved structural analysis software in concert with hand-written calculations
• Ability to present hand-written calculations in an organized and legible manner
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software to maintain accurate project records