Structural Design Engineer

Synerfac Inc; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Synerfac Inc in Raleigh is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join a specialized team that designs retaining wall systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. You will contribute from early estimating through final certification, collaborating with structural, geotechnical, and construction teams in a hybrid, locally focused role.

The role emphasizes practical field-ready designs, close coordination with partners, and delivering wall certifications and project closeout

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• PE license or on track to obtain within 6 months.
• 3+ years civil/structural design experience with 2–3+ years in retaining walls.
• Strong knowledge of soil mechanics and grading plan interpretation.
• Experience reading geotechnical reports and site plans.

Responsibilities

• Design retaining walls and prepare related calculations, specs, and drawings.
• Review project specs, submittals, and civil site plans from external engineers.
• Interpret grading plans to identify design requirements early.
• Support estimating by preparing cost estimates from plans.
• Use AutoCAD and VESPA MSE for design, analysis, and review.
• Coordinate with geotechnical consultants and other engineers.
• Complete wall certifications and closeout documentation.

Skills

Soil mechanics

Project coordination

Reading grading plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

VESPA MSE

Job description

Our client is looking for a Structural Design Engineer to join their Raleigh team. This is a specialized group that designs retaining wall systems for a steady mix of residential, commercial, and industrial developments, and they work side by side with a construction partner so designs stay practical in the field. You would be involved from early estimating through final certification, working with structural, geotechnical, and construction teams. The position can be hybrid with flexible hours, and travel stays light and local.

Structural Engineer Responsibilities:

• Design retaining walls and prepare the calculations, specifications, and construction drawings that go with them
• Review project specifications, submittals, contract documents, and civil site plans from outside engineers and architects
• Interpret civil grading plans to identify design requirements and potential challenges early
• Support the estimating process by preparing cost estimates from grading plans and project information
• Use AutoCAD and VESPA MSE for design, analysis, and review of wall systems
• Coordinate with geotechnical consultants and fellow structural engineers, incorporating their findings into designs
• Complete wall certifications and the documentation needed for project closeout

Job Requirements

Structural Design Engineer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or on track to obtain it within 6 months
• 3 or more years of civil and/or structural design experience, including 2 to 3+ years designing retaining walls
• Strong understanding of soil mechanics and how it applies to retaining wall design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with VESPA MSE experience preferred
• Working knowledge of geotechnical reports and the ability to read civil site grading plans
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and client deadlines