Entry Level Structural Engineer

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Fort Worth, TX, seeks an Engineer‑in‑Training to join our growing team and progress toward licensure. You’ll collaborate with licensed engineers on industrial and commercial facility projects. Gain hands-on experience with design documentation, seismic concepts, and code compliance while using AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis tools.

Travel to client sites is expected. This role offers mentorship, diverse projects, and opportunities to advance within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification
• Minimum of 1 year as an Engineer‑in‑Training in industrial structural design and engineering, or 2 years of relevant structural engineering co‑op or internship experience
• Experience with 3D structural analysis software, including RISA 3D or SAFE, and proficiency using AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
• Ability to travel for project requirements, including installation and start‑up activities, client and company meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions

Responsibilities

• Work on-site and remotely with architects and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers to develop technical design solutions
• Work under the direction of lead licensed structural engineers while building experience toward structural engineering licensure
• Learn to create and assemble complete sets of structural design documents
• Develop knowledge of seismic force resisting systems in high seismic design categories
• Support gravity and lateral load path calculations and analysis of structural systems used in industrial and commercial facilities
• Develop specifications and assist with field condition assessments
• Assist in the design of structural systems for new and existing industrial facility applications
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software to support design documentation and project delivery
• Monitor state and national code changes and industry standards to support compliant design work
• Strengthen client and team relationships through responsive technical support and day‑to‑day project execution

Skills

3D structural analysis

Seismic/structural design

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Master of Science in Structural Engineering

Tools

RISA 3D

SAFE

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization.

As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients.

Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper‑converting industries.

By blending people‑centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose‑driven growth, Barry‑Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Who You'll Work With At Design Group, you'll collaborate with experienced leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to solve complex challenges for some of the world's leading companies.

You'll join a growing team of more than 1,500 professionals across 45 U.S. offices where you'll be empowered to make an impact, develop your expertise, and grow your career.

What You'll Do

This position plays an important role in helping clients deliver safe and effective facility improvements while giving you the opportunity to build technical expertise toward becoming a licensed structural engineer.

• Work on‑site and remotely with architects and civil, mechanical, and electrical engineers to develop technical design solutions
• Work under the direction of lead licensed structural engineers while building experience toward structural engineering licensure
• Learn to create and assemble complete sets of structural design documents
• Develop knowledge of seismic force resisting systems in high seismic design categories
• Support gravity and lateral load path calculations and analysis of structural systems used in industrial and commercial facilities
• Develop specifications and assist with field condition assessments
• Assist in the design of structural systems for new and existing industrial facility applications
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and structural analysis software to support design documentation and project delivery
• Monitor state and national code changes and industry standards to support compliant design work
• Strengthen client and team relationships through responsive technical support and day‑to‑day project execution

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution
• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification
• Minimum of 1 year as an Engineer‑in‑Training in industrial structural design and engineering, or 2 years of relevant structural engineering co‑op or internship experience
• Experience with 3D structural analysis software, including RISA 3D or SAFE, and proficiency using AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word
• Ability to travel for project requirements, including installation and start‑up activities, client and company meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in structural engineering
• Proficiency using Revit
• Experience in structural design for food and beverage, pharmaceutical, life science, or consumer products manufacturing and distribution facilities

Compensation

The approximate pay range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location of the position.

At Barry‑Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry‑Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

This organization uses E‑Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre‑employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company: Design Group