Junior Structural Designer — Year One Studio Path

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM); Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K matching

Flexible schedules

Paid family leave

Professional development reimbursements

Job summary

A leading global architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Junior Designer in Structural Engineering. This role offers recent graduates the chance to work on innovative projects while participating in a Year One program that fosters education and professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and a strong collaborative ability. The position includes responsibilities such as assisting in structural analysis and preparing design documents. Competitive compensation ranges from $65,000 to $70,000, and employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting, and design development.
• Demonstrates general knowledge of materials, detailing, and construction techniques.
• Able to effectively communicate through written, oral, and visual means.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparation of solutions to general and engineering problems.
• Checks and coordinates details and dimensions under supervision.
• Performs structural analysis and design under supervision.

Skills

Collaborative ability

Problem solving

Attention to precision and accuracy

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or B.Eng

Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Computational tools

FEM tools

Job description

A leading global architecture and engineering firm is seeking a Junior Designer in Structural Engineering. This role offers recent graduates the chance to work on innovative projects while participating in a Year One program that fosters education and professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. in Civil Engineering and a strong collaborative ability. The position includes responsibilities such as assisting in structural analysis and preparing design documents. Competitive compensation ranges from $65,000 to $70,000, and employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.