Structural Engineer

Conrad Consulting Ltd; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Conrad Consulting Ltd is seeking a motivated Structural Engineer with 0-5 years of experience to join a collaborative team focused on building-structure design. You will work on projects involving wood, concrete, steel, and masonry, and gain hands-on exposure from initial design through construction.

The role offers growth within a supportive team, opportunities to develop technical skills, and exposure to multiple project phases while collaborating with architects and contractors.

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 building codes and standards.
• Exposure to structural design software, CAD, Revit, or 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.

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

Skills

0-5 years experience

EIT/FE preferred

CAD / Revit / BIM familiarity

Strong analytical skills

Good written and verbal communication

Organized and eager to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD / Revit / BIM platforms

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.