Steel Erection Engineer: Bracing & Lift Plans

Southern Steel Engineers; Lexington (SC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with 6% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Two weeks of paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Southern Steel Engineers in Lexington, SC seeks a structural engineer to analyze erection stability, design temporary bracing, and develop site erection plans. You’ll lead lift plans, review BIM models, and coordinate with erectors. Travel to job sites monthly is expected.

A Civil/Structural degree and FE exam completion are required, with 3+ years in steel design. Proficiency with RAM Elements or similar 3D packages, plus the ability to read drawings, is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering is required.
• FE exam passed; PE/SE license (or in progress) is expected.
• Minimum 3 years of steel design experience, including erection/connection design.

Responsibilities

• Analyze framed steel structures for stability under construction loads and design temporary bracing.
• Prepare site-specific erection plans and sequencing.
• Develop lift plans for trusses and pre-assembled sections with pick points and spreader configurations.
• Coordinate with erectors and field crews; observe and resolve field conditions.
• Visit job sites to observe erection and troubleshoot on-site issues.
• Review 3D BIM models in Trimble Connect to support coordination.
• Prepare submittals, review shop drawings, and respond to RFIs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Well organized

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

FE exam passed; PE/SE licensed or in progress

Tools

RAM Elements

RISA 3D

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Job description

Southern Steel Engineers in Lexington, SC seeks a structural engineer to analyze erection stability, design temporary bracing, and develop site erection plans. You’ll lead lift plans, review BIM models, and coordinate with erectors. Travel to job sites monthly is expected.

A Civil/Structural degree and FE exam completion are required, with 3+ years in steel design. Proficiency with RAM Elements or similar 3D packages, plus the ability to read drawings, is essential.