Structural Engineer

gpac; Audubon (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Client is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join the team in New Jersey, contributing to planning, design, and execution of complex structural steel and heavy construction projects.

The role offers collaboration with project managers, estimators, fabrication, and field operations to deliver safe, cost-effective engineering solutions from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• 3+ years of structural engineering experience.
• Familiarity with AISC Steel Construction Manual and applicable design codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for structural steel systems.
• Design temporary and permanent steel structures for commercial, industrial, bridge, and heavy construction projects.
• Develop connection designs and structural calculations.
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Review fabrication and erection drawings for engineering accuracy.
• Coordinate with project managers, detailers, fabricators, and field personnel.
• Provide engineering support during fabrication and construction.
• Respond to RFIs and assist with engineering revisions.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, AISC, OSHA, and project specifications.
• Participate in project planning and value engineering initiatives.

Skills

Structural design

Project collaboration

Code compliance

Bridge construction experience

Heavy construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure

Tools

RISA-3D

RAM

STAAD.Pro

SAP2000

Job description

Design the Structures That Build Skylines

For more than 100 years, my client has been one of the nation's premier heavy steel construction contractors, specializing in structural steel erection, bridge construction, crane engineering, custom steel fabrication, and heavy industrial projects. As an AISC-certified fabricator and steel erector with nearly a century of experience, my client has helped deliver landmark projects throughout the Northeast and across the United States.

We're looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our engineering team and contribute to the planning, design, and execution of complex structural steel and heavy construction projects. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced construction professionals while solving real-world engineering challenges from concept through completion.

What You'll Do

As a Structural Engineer, you'll collaborate with project managers, estimators, fabrication, and field operations to develop safe, practical, and cost-effective engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design for structural steel systems
• Design temporary and permanent steel structures for commercial, industrial, bridge, and heavy construction projects
• Develop connection designs and structural calculations
• Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and technical documentation
• Review fabrication and erection drawings for engineering accuracy
• Coordinate with project managers, detailers, fabricators, and field personnel
• Provide engineering support during fabrication and construction
• Respond to RFIs and assist with engineering revisions
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, AISC, OSHA, and project specifications
• Participate in project planning and value engineering initiatives

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 3+ years of structural engineering experience
• Strong understanding of structural steel design
• Experience with structural analysis software such as RISA-3D, RAM, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, or similar
• Working knowledge of AISC Steel Construction Manual and applicable design codes

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure
• Experience with heavy steel construction, bridge structures, crane support systems, or industrial facilities
• Connection design experience
• Familiarity with fabrication and erection practices
• Experience working with AISC-certified fabrication or erection operations

You'll Have The Opportunity To Work On

• Structural steel buildings
• Bridge construction and rehabilitation
• Heavy industrial facilities
• Custom steel fabrication
• Tower crane engineering and erection
• Large-scale commercial construction projects

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:

• Competitive Salary (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.