Structural Designer (Entry Level) - Summer 2027

Cagayan State University; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensure support

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship programs

Training opportunities

Job summary

Cagayan State University is seeking a Civil/Structural Engineer to contribute to the design and analysis of structural framing systems. The role involves calculating, coordinating with disciplines, and preparing construction documents to ensure accurate and well-coordinated project delivery.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in steel and concrete design, familiarity with BIM software, and exposure to building codes (IBC, ASCE7). Internship experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• EIT license preferred; internships in building design consulting valued.
• Proficiency with BIM software such as Autodesk Revit.
• Knowledge of steel and concrete design; understanding of IBC/ASCE7.
• Experience with structural analysis software (Risa, RAM, ETABS, SAP2000).
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu; FEM skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Formulate design and analysis of structural framing systems with direction and assistance.
• Perform necessary calculations related to structural design.
• Conduct field measuring and checking at construction sites to verify existing conditions.
• Prepare construction documents and coordinate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated sets of documents.
• Coordinate with other disciplines for clash detection and load determination under supervision.
• Review shop-drawing submittals to ensure design intent is met.
• Maintain project files including calculations, correspondence, and reference materials.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Structural design knowledge

Strong analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s program preferred

EIT license preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

RISA

RAM Structural System

ETABS

SAP2000

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Formulate design and analysis of structural framing systems with direction and assistance
• Perform necessary calculations related to structural design
• Conduct field measuring and checking at construction sites to verify existing conditions
• Prepare construction documents and coordinate with other disciplines to produce well-coordinated sets of documents
• Coordinate with other disciplines for clash detection and load determination under supervision
• Review shop-drawing submittals to ensure design intent is met
• Maintain project files including calculations, correspondence, and reference materials
• Perform related duties as assigned

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field required; Master’s program preferred
• Prior internship experience in building design consulting preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) license preferred
• Basic knowledge of Building Information Modeling software (Autodesk Revit)
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including knowledge of steel and concrete design principles for structural systems
• Understanding of building code standards and loading requirements (IBC, ASCE7, etc.)
• General knowledge of structural analysis software such as Risa, RAM, ETABS, and SAP 2000
• Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu
• Finite Element Modeling (FEM) skills considered a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Support for professional growth including licensure support and tuition reimbursement
• Robust training programs and mentorship opportunities
• Commitment to employee financial, physical, and emotional well-being

Training & Development

The company provides robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement to support professional growth.