Entry Level Structural Engineer

Salas O'Brien; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking a Junior Structural Engineer to join our New York, NY office. This full‑time, in‑office role involves design, analysis, and project coordination within a fast‑paced multi‑disciplinary team.

You will work on structural designs for steel, concrete, wood, and masonry, perform load calculations, and prepare drawings in AutoCAD or Revit. Collaboration with architects and project managers is essential to project success.

Qualifications

• BSCE or BSSE required.
• 0–3 years of experience.
• EIT certification or active plans to obtain it.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or structural analysis software.
• Good written and verbal communication for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Structural design for steel, concrete, wood, and masonry.
• Calculations for loads and structural elements.
• Drawing plans and details using AutoCAD or Revit.
• Site visits to perform surveys and check construction progress.
• Coordination with architects and project managers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

BSCE or BSSE

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Structural analysis software

Job description

Junior Structural Engineer

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

Salas O’Brien is looking for a Junior Structural Engineer to join our engineering team in New York, NY. This is a full‑time, in‑office position in a fast‑paced multi‑disciplined team environment.

Our clients include educational, health care, private sector commercial and public sector agencies. Work will involve design, analysis, and project management duties. You will be working directly with our Engineering and Architectural departments.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Structural design for steel, concrete, wood, and masonry.
• Calculations for loads and structural elements.
• Drawing plans and details using AutoCAD or Revit.
• Site visits to perform surveys and check construction progress.
• Coordination with architects and project managers.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or Structural Engineering (BSSE).
• 0-3 years of experience.
• EIT certification (or active plans to obtain it).
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, or structural analysis software.
• Good written and verbal skills for teamwork.

Location: New York City

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, project experience and qualifications.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

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

Benefits

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, color, 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.