Entry-level Structural Engineer - Safety

LJB Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking an entry‑level Structural Engineer to join the Safety team. The role focuses on designing fall protection systems and analyzing structural components for safe, compliant solutions.

Perfect for 2027 graduates with civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering backgrounds. You will gain hands‑on project experience, work with Revit and CAD, and travel 50–75% to US locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering.
• New graduate to 3+ years of engineering experience, with fall protection design knowledge preferred.
• CAD experience with Revit and Bluebeam; RAM or similar software experience.

Responsibilities

• Document structural systems in facilities undergoing fall protection design.
• Design and plan fall protection systems using structural engineering principles.
• Prepare calculations and drawings; assist with construction documents.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/architectural/mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

RAM

Job description

Brief Description

Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection Design

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm offering a broad range of services, including civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting. Our diverse expertise and nationwide reach have enabled us to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

Safety Practice

Within our Safety Practice, LJB’s professionals are deeply committed to advancing fall protection—a passion that drives us to develop smarter, safer, and more effective solutions. By addressing every component of a fall protection program—engineering, procedures, training, and compliance—we help our clients achieve the highest level of worker safety in the most cost‑effective way.

We are looking for 2027 Graduates to fill the position of Entry-level Structural Engineer for our Safety team. The structural engineer will analyze, design, plan, and create structural components and structural systems to achieve fall protection designs for LJB clients.

Salary Range:

$70,000-90,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

Benefits:

View our 2026 Benefits Summary

Entry-level Structural Engineer Essential Functions

• Ability to document structural systems in existing industrial/commercial/institutional facilities.
• Develops the ability to design complex fall protection systems using fundamental structural engineering principles.
• Analysis of building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold‑formed steel framing, and cast‑in‑place concrete.
• Prepares calculations detailing engineering design.
• Perform tasks within Revit and other CAD to execute assigned engineering tasks.
• Assists with the preparation of construction documents.
• Ability to access locations at height, climb ladders/scaffolding, use personal fall protection systems, and wear additional personal protective equipment, as required, in different types of environments.
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completing various training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, and attending in‑house systems/management training (LJB provided).

Additional Responsibilities And Duties

• Willingness to travel (overnight stays based on supported projects) to various US‑based locations. (50 to 75% travel)
• Understanding/Training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering required; degree with structural emphasis required.
• New graduate to 3+ years of engineering experience, possessing knowledge and experience in the design of structural engineering projects. (fall protection preferred).
• CAD experience (Revit and Bluebeam preferred), RAM or other structural analysis software experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359.

Core Skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse worksite in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform duties.
• Must meet the weight capacity of design perimeters of fall protection systems (between 130 to 310 lbs.).
• Understands the exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.

Why Join LJB?

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience designing practical fall protection solutions that help keep workers safe across a variety of industrial, commercial, and institutional environments. You will work alongside experienced structural engineering professionals, develop technical expertise through real project exposure, and build a strong foundation for long‑term growth within LJB’s Safety team.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self‑starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Note: At the current time LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Keywords: Structural Engineer, Entry level, Structural engineering, Safety, Charlotte, NC; Houston, TX; Dayton, OH