Lead Structural Engineer: Design, Seal & Field Support

MDS Staffing; Minnesota; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our growing team and help design and analyze structural systems across Minnesota and Wisconsin. You will stamp drawings and collaborate with drafting, sales, and project teams from concept to construction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering, a PE license (MN/WI) or the ability to obtain within six months, and 5+ years of building-structures experience. Proficiency in RISA/RAM and AutoCAD/Revit is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Professional Structural Engineer (PE) license in MN and WI, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 5+ years of experience in structural design of building systems.
• Proficiency in structural design software (RISA, RAM) and CAD tools (AutoCAD, Revit).

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze structural systems using wood, steel, and concrete.
• Stamp and seal drawings and calculations for permitting.
• Collaborate with drafting, sales, and project management teams from concept to construction.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (IBC, ASCE 7, AISI, NDS).
• Conduct structural feasibility reviews and recommend cost-effective solutions.
• Support field staff and troubleshoot structural concerns on active job sites.
• Attend pre-construction meetings and review geotechnical reports.
• Maintain internal engineering documentation and stay up to date on industry standards.

Skills

Structural design

RISA

RAM

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

RISA

RAM

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our growing team and help design and analyze structural systems across Minnesota and Wisconsin. You will stamp drawings and collaborate with drafting, sales, and project teams from concept to construction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering, a PE license (MN/WI) or the ability to obtain within six months, and 5+ years of building-structures experience. Proficiency in RISA/RAM and AutoCAD/Revit is required.