Structural Engineer

remote work; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Offshore Launch seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to perform analyses, develop calculations, and apply AISC/IBC code requirements for heavy industrial structures. You will build models using RISA-3D and contribute to Tekla/AutoCAD drawings, collaborating with U.S. engineers in a remote environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Civil/Structural Engineering and 5+ years of experience with strong English communication. This is a full-time remote position with international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Experience performing structural analysis and calculations with code requirements (AISC, IBC).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and strong written and verbal English communication.
• Experience with structural analysis and drafting tools such as RISA-3D; familiarity with RAM, SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of heavy industrial structures, including load path, wind, and seismic evaluation.
• Develop engineering calculations for steel structures, equipment supports, and foundations, applying AISC and IBC code requirements.
• Build structural models using RISA-3D (preferred) or RAM, SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.
• Assist with connection and foundation design.
• Draft structural steel and concrete drawings using Tekla Structures and AutoCAD, with about 40% of workload in drafting.
• Review engineering documents for accuracy and constructability and collaborate with internal and client teams.

Skills

Structural analysis

Code compliance - AISC/IBC

AutoCAD

Tekla Structures

RISA-3D

RAM

SAP2000

ETABS

STAAD

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

RISA-3D

Tekla Structures

RAM

SAP2000

ETABS

STAAD

Job description

About the role

Offshore Launch is a staffing agency that helps small business owners scale their operations with the top global remote talent. This Structural Engineer role supports Professional Engineers by performing structural analysis, developing engineering calculations, and applying code compliant load math to heavy industrial structures. You will build structural models and calculation packages and contribute to Tekla Structures drawings in collaboration with U.S. Professional Engineers.

What you'll do

• Perform structural analysis of heavy industrial structures, including load path, wind, and seismic evaluation.
• Develop engineering calculations for steel structures, equipment supports, and foundations, applying AISC and IBC code requirements.
• Build structural models using RISA-3D (preferred) or RAM, SAP2000, ETABS, or STAAD.
• Assist with connection and foundation design.
• Draft structural steel and concrete drawings using Tekla Structures and AutoCAD, with about 40% of workload in drafting.
• Review engineering documents for accuracy and constructability and collaborate with internal and client teams.

What they're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience performing structural analysis and calculations and applying code requirements (AISC, IBC).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and strong written and verbal English communication.
• Experience with structural analysis and drafting tools such as RISA-3D, and Tekla Structures; familiarity with RAM, SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD is a plus.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and strong organizational skills.

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing describes a remote, global role with no stated country restrictions; Nigerian applicants may apply.
• Time zone expectations: schedule is 9 AM to 5 PM EST; confirm how this aligns with your local time.
• Employment type: you would be an employee of Offshore Launch; compensation and benefits provided by the agency.
• Pay currency/range: USD 1200 - 1800 per month, with bonuses described in the listing.
• The listing does not mention visa or work authorization requirements; confirm during interview.