Remote Structural Designer (Steel)

Actalent; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent, a global engineering services firm, seeks a Structural Designer for a fully remote, 6+ month contract. You will develop detailed 2D and 3D structural designs for research and industrial facilities, using BIM and CAD tools, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from concept to construction documentation.

Qualifications include 10+ years of structural design, proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Advance Steel, and Inventor, and US citizenship.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• 10+ years of structural design experience with 2D and 3D tools.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Advance Steel, and Inventor.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Experience with construction documentation and BIM workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 2D drawings and 3D models for facilities.
• Produce steel, concrete, and foundation drawings for construction.
• Create construction documents, shop, erection, and as-built drawings.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, PMs, and construction teams.
• Use BIM/CAD to support project execution and coordination.
• Participate in design reviews and clash detection.
• Ensure designs comply with codes and client requirements.
• Support multiple projects while maintaining schedule and quality.
• Assist with field support and design modifications as needed.

Skills

US Citizenship

10+ years experience

2D & 3D drawings

Remote work ability

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Advance Steel

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

100% Remote Structural Designer - 6+ Month Contract

Job Description

Join a leading engineering firm as a Structural Designer, specializing in the design, construction, and operation of cutting-edge research and development facilities across various industries, including nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace. This fully remote role involves developing detailed 2D and 3D structural designs, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, and supporting projects from concept through to construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed 2D drawings and 3D structural models for industrial, commercial, and research facilities.
• Produce structural steel, concrete, and foundation design documentation and fabrication drawings.
• Create construction documents, shop drawings, erection drawings, and as-built drawings.
• Collaborate closely with structural engineers, architects, project managers, and construction teams.
• Utilize BIM and CAD technologies to support project execution and coordination.
• Participate in design reviews, clash detection, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule and quality expectations.
• Assist with field support activities and design modifications as needed.

Essential Skills

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum of 10 years of structural design experience utilizing both 2D and 3D design platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Advance Steel, and Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience creating detailed structural steel and concrete drawings.
• Strong understanding of structural design principles, construction practices, and drafting standards.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with engineering teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Expert within Revit.
• Proficient in drafting and structural design.
• Experience with BIM and structural steel.

Work Environment

This position offers a remote work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.83 - $45.19/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.