Mid-level Structural Engineer - Safety

LJB Inc.; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LJB Inc. in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Mid-level Structural Engineer to join its Safety Practice. You will analyze, design, and plan structural components for fall protection projects across various sites, coordinating with clients and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in civil/architectural/mechanical engineering, 5+ years of engineering experience, and travel 50–75% to support US-based locations. Proficiency in Revit and CAD is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering with a structural emphasis is preferred.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in structural design or related fields.
• Experience with fall protection design or related safety systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Document existing conditions to add fall protection systems.
• Analyze building components for fall protection support (steel framing, cold-formed steel, concrete).
• Develop layout of fall protection systems addressing client needs and existing structure.
• Prepare calculations and assist with construction documents.
• Coordinate with design staff to ensure accurate drawings and documentation.
• Use Revit and CAD tools for engineering tasks.
• Potentially coordinate projects with clients and attend meetings.

Skills

Structural design

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit

CAD

Job description

Brief Description

Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection DesignFounded in 1966,

all 50 U.S. states and several countries. Within our

Brief Description Help Create Safer Work Environments with a National Leader in Fall Protection DesignFounded 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. 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 to fill the role of a Mid-level Structural Engineer to work for our Safety practice in our Dayton, Ohio office. The Mid-level Structural Engineer will analyze, design, plan, and create structural components and systems as they lead fall protection design projects for LJB clients.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.
Benefits: View our 2026 Benefits Summary

Mid-level Structural Engineer Essential Functions

• Documents existing conditions as needed to accommodate additions of fall protection systems, including fixed platforms, fall arrest anchorages, and horizontal lifelines .
• Analysis of building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold-formed steel framing, and cast-in-place concrete .
• Develop a layout of fall protection systems to address customer needs and coordinate with the existing structure .
• Prepares calculations detailing engineering design.
• Assists with the preparation of construction documents.
• Coordinates with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
• Perform tasks within Revit and other CAD to execute assigned engineering tasks.
• May coordinate projects by communicating with clients regarding project issues and attending meetings.
• 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

MID-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

• Bachelor's degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering (degree with structural emphasis preferred).
• 5+ years of engineering experience (possessing knowledge and experience in the design of