Structural Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k retirement savings with matching

Fitness Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Structural Engineer for summer 2026. The ideal candidate will have experience with small-sized projects, perform structural analysis and coordination of design work. A Bachelor's in Engineering or Architecture is required; proficiency in industry software is preferred. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for travel.

Qualifications

• Experience with small-sized projects like cultural buildings and office buildings.
• Willingness to travel within the US and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structural analysis, design, and detailing for various building types.
• Coordinate design work with in-house staff and design professionals.
• Prepare construction documents in a BIM environment.

Skills

Structural analysis

Building codes knowledge

BIM environment proficiency

Industry software: SAP2000, ETABS, Revit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Master's degree

Tools

SAP2000

ETABS

Ram

Risa3-D

AutoCAD

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Our Structural Engineering practice collaborates with architects, building owners, and builders to design elegant solutions for projects of all types, sizes, and levels of complexity. From designing the world’s tallest buildings and most extended spans to engineering inventive “jewel-box” structures and designing major expansion projects, we continually seek the best balance among the demands of form, function, sustainability, constructability, schedule, and budget.

The Role

We have an opportunity for an Engineer to join our Structural Practice for the summer of 2026. Candidates for the Structural Engineer position should have experience in small-size projects such as cultural buildings, office buildings, health care, and research facility design, and tenant renovation work preferably in a consulting engineering firm environment.

Responsibilities

• Structural analysis, design, and details for all types of buildings and materials using a variety of building codes.
• Coordination of design work with in-house staff as well as other design professionals including Architects and other Engineering disciplines.
• Preparation of construction documents within a BIM environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture. Master’s degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of current industry software, including SAP2000, ETABS, Ram, Risa3-D, PCA Software, Revit, and AutoCAD is preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the US and internationally.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

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