Entry Level Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team in Dallas or Austin, TX. The role requires strong technical, leadership, and business development skills, with the ability to collaborate with remote staff and eventually grow a local team.

Responsibilities include producing drawings and reports, applying codes, coordinating with disciplines, and supporting project budgets while pursuing licensure. Travel is some.

Qualifications

• Accredited BS or MS in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering.
• On the path to professional licensure; EIT certification required.
• Experience with Revit preferred and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to evaluate structural systems and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Executes structural engineering tasks as directed by senior staff.
• Assists in development of structural drawings, Revit models and reports.
• Assists project team with building codes and design standards.
• Maintains awareness of production schedules and reviews completed tasks for accuracy.
• Speaks with other disciplines to ensure project coordination and quality.

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Multitasking

Budget awareness

Written communication

Education

Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering degree

EIT certification

PE (Professional Engineer) preferred

Tools

Revit

MS Office Suite

Job description

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: Structural engineer with strong technical, leadership and business development skills who can work effectively with remote staff and eventually grow and train a staff.

Responsibilities:

Project

• Executes the structural engineering tasks assigned or as otherwise directed by senior engineering staff
• Assists in development of structural drawings, Revit models and reports
• Assists project team in applying building code provisions and interpreting material design standards
• Maintains awareness of the production schedule for responsible task(s)
• Reviews completed tasks at key intervals for accuracy and completeness
• Performs administration tasks during the construction of a project as assigned by senior engineering staff including submittal review and responses to field questions
• Assists in communicating with other disciplines and project team members to ensure overall project coordination
• Participates in team and company-wide meetings to discuss project issues, coordination with other disciplines and technical issues
• Performs work in a manner that demonstrates an appreciation for the firm’s cultural values, including a commitment to quality, innovation, learning and respect for co-workers and colleagues
• Becomes skilled in fostering and maintaining a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team
• Fosters awareness of the firm’s principles of providing outstanding professional service to our clients
• Demonstrates strong interest in sustainability in the construction industry
• Develops familiarity with project budgets and fees
• Develops understanding of the financial implications of overhead and chargeable time

Revenue or Opportunity Generation

• Fosters awareness of the importance of growing and maintaining client relationships and the basic concept of business development

Qualifications and Experience:

• Accredited BS or MS degree in Civil, Structural or Architectural Engineering
• On the path to professional engineering licensure; EIT certification required
• Experience with Revit preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Ability to evaluate structural systems and members using both calculator methods and structural analytical software
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Location: Dallas or Austin, TX

Travel: some

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensiveU.S. basedbenefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

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, colour, 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.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Civil Engineering or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Preferred

Professional Engineer

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