Structural Engineer

Konik; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

Industry training and development

Commission incentives

Job summary

Konik is seeking a Structural Engineer to support a wide range of projects from residential to industrial structures. This fully remote role requires strong drafting to produce and verify 3D models and drawings, with collaboration across engineers and CAD technicians.

You will interpret plans, perform calculations from field data, and help maintain drafting standards while contributing to process improvements. A home office setup is required, and commission incentives enhance base compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with structural emphasis.
• Experience with Autodesk products such as AutoCAD or Revit.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, MathCAD, and 3D CAD modeling.
• Ability to interpret structural construction drawings.
• Field inspection experience and construction background beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, sketches, and design requirements to CAD technicians for 3D models and drawings.
• Produce accurate drawings, files, engineered details, and project documentation.
• Prepare project notes, preliminary layouts, and final design plans from field data and engineering calculations.
• Review and refine design information to maintain alignment with standards.
• Coordinate drafting work across multiple projects and ensure team communication.
• Participate in design reviews to support constructability and clarity.
• Foster strong communication with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Communication

Team coordination

Office software

Education

BSc in structural engineering (agri/civil/mech)

BSc in structural eng - Arch Eng

BSc in structural eng - Civil Eng

BSc in structural eng - Mech Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MathCAD

RISA-3D

SDS/2

Job description

Structural Engineer (Remote)

United States | Direct Hire | $75,000-$100,000 + Commission | Fully Remote
The Structural Engineer supports a wide variety of structural and facility-related projects, ranging from modifications to existing buildings to the design of entirely new structures. This role works alongside other engineers on larger efforts and partners directly with a 3D CAD technician on smaller assignments. The engineer develops project concepts, determines structural approaches, and clearly communicates design intent for accurate drafting and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clear direction, sketches, and design requirements to CAD technicians to support the development of 3D models and project drawings.
• Produce accurate drawings, files, engineered details, and project documentation.
• Prepare project notes, preliminary layouts, and final design plans based on field data and engineering calculations.
• Review and refine design information to maintain alignment with internal and industry standards.

Technical Support & Collaboration

• Utilize engineering and drafting tools such as Mathcad, RISA-3D, CFS, SDS/2, Autodesk Revit, and AutoCAD or similar platforms.
• Coordinate drafting work across multiple projects, ensuring consistency and communication among team members.
• Participate in design reviews, offering input that supports constructability, clarity, and efficiency.
• Foster strong communication with internal teams and external partners to maintain project alignment and smooth handoffs.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Assist in maintaining and updating drafting standards to reflect best practices in engineering documentation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows or improve engineering processes.
• Take on additional assignments or responsibilities that align with individual strengths or project needs.

Qualifications & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Agricultural Engineering (structural emphasis), Architectural Engineering (structural emphasis), Civil Engineering (structural emphasis), or Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

• Experience with Autodesk products such as AutoCAD or Revit.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, MathCAD, and 3D CAD modeling.
• Ability to interpret structural construction drawings.
• Field inspection experience and a construction background are beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of engineering and drafting software tools.
• Ability to create and interpret detailed drawings, plans, and technical documents.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate work across teams.

Equipment Requirements

• Ability to use modern engineering and drafting software.
• Capability to participate in video conferences, share screens, and communicate design intent effectively.
• Use of measurement tools such as levels, tape measures, angle finders, and laser-level equipment.
• Remote employees must maintain a dedicated home office.

Compensation & Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 40 hours of flex time provided in lieu of traditional sick time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with partial employer contribution
• Industry training and professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Commission incentives available in addition to salary

Konik is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.
Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.

Compensation:

$75,000-$100,000 per year