Junior Structural Engineer

Ortus Engineering, P.A.; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel expenses

Job summary

Ortus Engineering, P.A. in the United States seeks a Junior Engineer (EIT) to join our growing startup-style practice. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in structural design, coordination with arch and MEP teams, and exposure to industry-standard software.

Candidates should hold a Civil or Structural Engineering degree and 2–5 years of relevant experience. We provide opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of experience preferred.
• Proficient with ETABS, SAFE, SAP, Revit, CAD, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Florida Building Codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural checks and revise drawings.
• Model structures using ETABS, SAFE and SAP.
• Coordinate with Arch & MEP departments and other stakeholders.
• Prepare designs, review plans and calculations.
• Design reinforced concrete elements (columns, beams, walls, slabs).
• Participate in bidding and project administration.
• Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor vibrations.

Skills

ETABS

SAFE

SAP

Revit

CAD

Excel for Engineering

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Startup Company Seeking Engineer in Training (EIT) to join our workforce as a Junior Engineer. This is a unique opportunity for the right professional who wants to join an exciting startup, be part of building a great team, and reap the satisfaction of creating a company from the ground up. This is a visible opportunity where teamwork is very critical, and requires a willingness to be flexible and adaptable as the company evolves. Additional competencies we are looking for are individuals with strong initiative and independent execution ability; the capacity to refine, develops, and maintains efficient processes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor/Masters of Civil or Structural Engineering and between 2 to 5 years’ experience.
• Proficient in ETABS, Safe, Sap, Revit, CAD, Excel for Engineering.
• Proficient with Florida Building Codes.
• Must have a good level of English.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Performing Required Structural Checks, as well as interpret and revise engineering drawings.
• Structural Modeling using ETABS, SAFE and SAP.
• Ability to Coordinate between Structural and Different Departments (Arch & MEP)
• Preparation of design, including reviewing plans, calculations.
• Reinforced Concrete Structure Design (Columns, Beams, Walls, Slabs)
• Participate in contract bidding and administration.
• Coordinate projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff.
• Adjacent Property Survey Inspections.
• Vibration Monitoring Inspections.
• Communicate and interact with project team members, client representatives, review agencies and others as appropriate to project.
• Part-time/ Full-time opportunity.
• Opportunity for career growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and travel expenses.