Structural Engineer

Approach Talent; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Leadership track to Engineering Manage

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Approach Talent is seeking a Structural Engineer PE/SE for an on-site role in Leesville, SC. This position offers a fast-track path to Engineering Manager and an ESOP-rich compensation package, with flexible options for the right candidate.

Responsibilities include heavy structural analysis of welded plate structures and foundations, collaboration with CAD detailers, shop fabricators, and field crews, and mentoring drafting teams while developing engineering processes for the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Experience with structural analysis and design.
• Strong collaboration and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis for welded plate structures and foundations using AWWA, API, ASME, and AISC codes.
• Collaborate with CAD detailers, shop fabricators, and field crews to realize designs.
• Mentor drafting teams and refine engineering processes; prepare for department leadership.

Skills

Structural analysis

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

STAAD/ANSYS

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Role: Structural Engineer PE/SE (Immediate succession track to Engineering Manager)

Location: Leesville, SC (On-site preferred; flexible options available for the right candidate)

Compensation: $80,000 – $140,000+ DOE + ESOP (100% Employee-Owned)

!Having your PE/SE or at least being on track is needed!

Steel plate structures, ground storage tanks, elevated water tanks, or foundation design experience is a must (API 650, API 653, AWWA D-100).

Snap shot of the benefits:

• 100% Employee-Owned: Build real wealth through ESOP, profit sharing, and generous 401(k).
• Fast-Track Leadership: Step onto a direct runway to take over as Engineering Manager. Current EM retires in 5 years.
• Top-Tier Perks: full health/dental/vision, flex time, and generous paid leave.
• Great Location: Live in Leesville, SC—1.5 hours to the Blue Ridge Mountains and 1.5 hours to Charleston’s beaches.

The company/role:

You will be working for a top-tier, specialized manufacturer and contractor focused on the custom design, fabrication, and field construction of welded steel storage tanks and plate structures

You will be learning from specialized operations directly from the current Engineering Manager and building the foundation to run the department

• Train for Leadership: Work side-by-side with the current EM to master specialized operations for a seamless handoff.
• Engineer Heavy Structures: Perform structural analysis for welded plate structures and foundations using AWWA, API, ASME, and AISC codes.
• Bridge Design & Shop: Partner daily with CAD detailers, shop fabricators, and field crews to bring designs to life

What You Bring to the Role

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• You are a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or actively working toward your PE/SE.
• You bring hands-on experience with steel plate structures, ground storage tanks, elevated water tanks, or foundation design (API 650, API 653, AWWA D-100).
• You are proficient with tools like AutoCAD, STAAD/ANSYS, and Autodesk Inventor.
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited to mentor drafting teams, refine engineering processes, and chart our technical strategy into the future.