Structural Engineer

ERA Structural Engineering; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA, Dependent FSA, HRA

401(k), Profit Sharing, Cash Balance Defined Pension

Employer-Paid Life & AD&D

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

ERA Structural Engineering in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is seeking a Structural Engineer to join their team. The role involves performing structural analysis and design for projects, managing documentation, and coordinating with clients and internal teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, PE License, and 4–7 years of experience. The company offers a supportive environment with extensive training programs and benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years’ experience in structural engineering.
• PE Licensed.
• Experience in steel, concrete, and other material design.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of buildings using various materials.
• Coordinate project milestones and engage with clients.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Excellent oral, written communication/presentation skills

Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills

Proficient with structural engineering software (RAM, RISA-3D, SAP2000)

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis

Tools

RAM

RISA-3D

SAP2000

Job description

Position Overview

ERA seeks a motivated Structural Engineer who is interested in growing a rewarding career. As a Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for working with a variety of clients, including architects, owners, and contractors, to create structural designs and construction documents within a team setting. You will coordinate with project partners and assist with executing the structural design.

As a key member of our structural engineering team, you will be responsible for delivering accurate project plans on time and within budget, consistently exceeding client expectations. Your role will involve performing structural analysis of buildings and other structures using current software and designing structural systems with concrete, steel, timber, and other materials. You will collaborate with project partners and clients to solve complex problems with a service‑minded approach and coordinate with the internal team on design drawings and report preparation. Additionally, you will provide guidance to less experienced engineers, review the work of other engineers and BIM modelers, and work with construction partners to ensure a smooth construction process. Managing project workload and assisting with staffing needs are also critical aspects of this role, contributing to the overall success of our projects.

ERA offers support and training for engineers in this position to develop as professionals. This includes internal continuing education programs, a mentorship program, and opportunities to grow a professional network through professional associations, client engagement, and marketing/business development collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Project Coordination

• Perform structural analysis and design of buildings using concrete, steel, timber, and other materials.
• Oversee and coordinate project milestones, ensuring the client and internal teams are aligned on deliverables.
• Attend internal kickoff meetings and external coordination meetings.
• Develop designs for structural systems and project specifications.
• Manage project scope, budgets, and timelines.

Documentation and Quality Assurance

• Maintain project documentation, ensuring all deliverables—calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports—are accurate and up to date.
• Review and approve internal design documents, drawings, and calculations, ensuring compliance with project scope, quality standards, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate and schedule internal quality reviews and ensure project deliverables undergo comprehensive interdisciplinary coordination.
• Communicate any discrepancies or scope changes to the Project Manager to ensure alignment with client expectations.

Construction Support

• Evaluate special inspection reports and address deviations from design documents.
• Oversee the review of shop drawings and submittals, ensuring timely responses and coordination with the construction team.
• Support construction partners in resolving field issues, ensuring that they are efficiently and accurately addressed to avoid project delays.

Administrative & Client‑Facing Duties

• Read and interpret project proposals to understand scope, schedule, and budget, and engage with clients to confirm expectations are aligned.
• Work with Project Manager and other team members to align engineering tasks with budgeted hours and project priorities.
• Engage in legacy knowledge transfer to ensure continuity of client relationships.
• Help ensure repeat business by understanding and delivering on client values.

Hours

• Full Time - Exempt
• In‑Person Core Office Hours: 9:00 am‑3:00 pm Monday‑Thursday
• Friday Flex – 9:00 am‑12:00 pm

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis from an ABET‑accredited university.
• PE Licensed.
• Excellent oral, written communication/presentation skills.
• 4–7 years’ experience in structural engineering.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail while working with a team to deliver high‑quality work.
• Proficient with structural engineering software, such as RAM, RISA‑3D, and SAP2000.
• Experience in steel, concrete, and other material design.

Summary

ERA Structural Engineering provides full‑service structural engineering for a broad range of facility types. We think way beyond textbook structural engineering principles to anticipate unforeseen issues before they arise, saving clients and owners money, time, and sometimes the viability of the entire project. We think beyond the beam to uncover value in all areas of the project, from structural systems and material types to multi‑team collaboration and process efficiency. We use a creative problem‑solving approach at each step of the project, from proposal to ribbon cutting.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA, Dependent FSA, HRA
• Retirement: 401(k), Profit Sharing, Cash Balance Defined Pension
• Employer‑Paid Life & AD&D
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Join ERA Structural Engineering and become a valued member of our team dedicated to excellence in structural engineering. ERA is committed to equal opportunities and is a diversified workforce.