Structural Designer

Alfred Benesch & Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; < USD 1; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

9% retirement contribution

Flexible schedules

Generous paid time off and parental-le

Job summary

Benesch is seeking a Structural/Bridge Designer in Raleigh, NC. You will work on transportation projects, performing engineering models, calculations, and drafting coordination for clients. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a Project Manager, budget adherence, and delivering complete design packages with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related discipline.
• EI or ability to obtain licensure.
• 0 to 2+ years of structural design experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic analysis of project elements and designing calculations.
• Develop load development and verify project designs.
• Prepare organized structural calculations and drawings.
• Coordinate drafting of project elements for various clients.
• Work under the guidance of a Project Manager and meet budgets and schedules.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Structural/Bridge Designer

Join our growing Civil team as a Structural Designer. In this role you will work on various transportation projects with state and local transportation agencies. As a Designer you will perform engineering models, analysis and/or designs, and supporting calculations / documentation. You will also coordinate the drafting of project elements for various clients. Recent Graduates are encouraged to apply!

Location

This position will be in our office in our Raleigh, NC office

The Impact You Will Have

• Performing basic analysis of project elements
• Performing load development and designing calculations of project elements and checking work
• Preparing organized structural calculations
• Designing and drafting structural elements and details
• Developing task deliverables in a complete and reviewable manner
• Performing tasks on schedule and within budget as assigned
• Working independently under the guidance of a Project Manager

What We Are Looking For

• BS in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis or related discipline
• EI or ability to obtain
• 0 to 2+ years of structural design experience
• Excellent communication and client relation skills.
• Progressive experience with developing plans and specifications utilizing MicroStation
• Strong organization and leadership skills with a track record for adhering to design budgets and schedules.
• Ability to perform complex analysis and design
• Ability to assemble a complete design package for assigned elements or projects
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience working with NCDOT is a benefit.
• Experience with MicroStation is a benefit.

Benefits

• Career growth that's real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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