Structural Engineer

Conrad Consulting; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd. is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer in Fort Myers, FL with 0–5 years of experience to join a collaborative engineering team focused on building structures.

You will contribute to projects from initial design through construction and gain hands-on exposure to wood, concrete, steel, and masonry systems. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a willingness to pursue EIT/FE.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• EIT/FE preferred or willingness to pursue.
• Fundamental understanding of structural engineering and building design.
• Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards.
• Exposure to structural design software, CAD, Revit, or other BIM platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis and design of building projects
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, details, specifications, and reports
• Develop structural models and perform design calculations
• Work with structural systems including wood, steel, concrete, and masonry
• Assist with construction documents and project coordination
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs as experience develops
• Participants in site visits and field observations
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, clients, and other engineering disciplines
• Support projects through multiple phases of design and construction
• Take on increasing responsibility as technical experience develops

Skills

Structural analysis

Building design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

About the Role

We’re seeking a motivated Structural Engineer with 0-5 years of experience to join a collaborative engineering team focused on the design of building structures. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to develop strong technical skills while gaining hands‑on exposure to projects from initial design through construction.

You’ll work alongside experienced engineers on a variety of structural projects involving wood, concrete, steel, and masonry. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys solving engineering problems, wants to expand their design capabilities, and is looking for a long‑term opportunity to grow within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with structural analysis and design of building projects
• Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, details, specifications, and reports
• Develop structural models and perform design calculations
• Work with structural systems including wood, steel, concrete, and masonry
• Assist with construction documents and project coordination
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs as experience develops
• Participate in site visits and field observations
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, clients, and other engineering disciplines
• Support projects through multiple phases of design and construction
• Take on increasing responsibility as technical experience develops

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of structural engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• EIT/FE preferred or willingness to pursue
• Fundamental understanding of structural engineering and building design
• Familiarity with applicable building codes and standards
• Exposure to structural design software, CAD, Revit, or other BIM platforms is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, motivated, and eager to learn
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Why This Role

• Early‑Career Growth: Build a strong foundation in structural design while learning directly from experienced engineers.
• Hands‑On Experience: Get involved in real projects rather than being limited to repetitive production work.
• Broad Technical Exposure: Develop experience across wood, steel, concrete, and masonry building systems.
• Mentorship: Work within a collaborative team where you can continue developing your engineering knowledge.
• Career Progression: Take on greater technical and project responsibility as you gain experience.
• Project Variety: Gain exposure to different building types and project challenges.