Graduate Design Engineer, Structural Engineering

TKDA; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401(k) Match

ESOP

Paid Time Off

Eight paid holidays

Job summary

TKDA, an employee-owned firm, is seeking a Graduate Design Engineer to join the Mining Structural team. You will work with structural engineers to analyze, design and detail structures for mining and heavy industrial facilities, contributing to plans, calculations and construction details for steel, concrete and foundations.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to design integrated plant and building systems and may assist with construction administration tasks.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor of Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Up to three years of progressive structural design experience.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) upon completion of FE exam.
• Proficiency with design software including RISA 3D, Ram Structural System, MathCAD, MS Office, AutoCAD and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Assist with analysis, design and detailing of structural systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities.
• Contribute to development of plans, calculations, specifications and construction details for steel, concrete and foundation systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and civil teams to design integrated plant and building systems.
• Support construction administration activities such as submittal reviews and site observations.

Skills

RISA 3D

Ram Structural System

MathCAD

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication skills

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree (structural emphasis)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

RISA 3D

Ram Structural System

MathCAD

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

Sep 16, 2026

Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team of engineering and design professionals has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Mining Structural team as a Graduate Design Engineer!

As a member of our team, you will work alongside structural engineers and designers to assist with the analysis, design, and detailing of structural systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities. You will contribute to the development of plans, design calculations, specifications, and construction details for steel, concrete, and foundation systems that support processing equipment, material handling systems, platforms, buildings, and other industrial structures.

In addition to working alongside structural engineering professionals, you will collaborate within a multi-disciplined environment with mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering teams to design integrated plant and building systems for heavy industrial sectors, including mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals. You may also assist with construction administration responsibilities, including reviewing submittals, interpreting plans, observing construction progress, and helping verify that work aligns with project plans and specifications.

Our employee-owned and multi-disciplined team of engineering and design professionals has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Mining Structural team as a Graduate Design Engineer!

As a member of our team, you will work alongside structural engineers and designers to assist with the analysis, design, and detailing of structural systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities. You will contribute to the development of plans, design calculations, specifications, and construction details for steel, concrete, and foundation systems that support processing equipment, material handling systems, platforms, buildings, and other industrial structures.

In addition to working alongside structural engineering professionals, you will collaborate within a multi-disciplined environment with mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering teams to design integrated plant and building systems for heavy industrial sectors, including mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals. You may also assist with construction administration responsibilities, including reviewing submittals, interpreting plans, observing construction progress, and helping verify that work aligns with project plans and specifications.

Location and Work Arrangement

This position could be based out of Duluth, MN or Bloomington, MN; however, candidates must reside within regular commuting distance from one of the two locations. TKDA offers flexible hybrid work arrangements, with employees typically working three days in the office and two days remotely, in alignment with business needs. Travel (up to 15%) to other TKDA offices and project or client locations will be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university with a structural emphasis.
• Professional with up to three years of progressive structural design experience.
• Certified 'Engineer-in-Training' (EIT) upon completion of Fundamentals of Engineering exam (scheduled or completed).
• Proficiency with RISA 3D or Ram Structural System, MathCAD, and MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to apply effective verbal and written communication skills when writing specifications and reports, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors.
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 15%) for team meetings, client consultations, site inspections/visits, etc.
• Strong time management skills demonstrated by an ability to budget / allocate / prioritize time spent on multiple projects with concurrent schedules.

Advantageous Qualifications

• Masters in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• Working knowledge of structural steel, CMU, as well as post-tension and cast-in-place concrete design.
• Prior experience conducting condition assessments of existing structures.

The listed salary range reflects only the starting base pay range for candidates with 0-3 years of related experience in our Duluth, Minnesota office. Compensation is determined based on technical skills, experience level, and qualifications. Candidates with more experience or different compensation expectations are encouraged to apply. All candidates are evaluated on the full scope of what they bring to the role.

- The base compensation range for this position out of our Bloomington, MN would be $77,000 - $84,500.

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community. TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H1B, F1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

Pre-Employment Screening

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies

TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.