Structural Engineer

Socket.dev; Winsted (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Unlimited PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite training

Uniform subsidy

Job summary

Millerbernd Manufacturing in Winsted, MN is seeking a Structural Engineer for our Transportation & Infrastructure unit. This hands-on role collaborates with metal fabrication teams to improve processes, safety, quality and efficiency.

You will interpret plans, perform pole design calculations, follow AASHTO standards, and coordinate designs for quotations while supporting sales, manufacturing and quality with technical analysis. A strong civil engineering background is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Two years of practical structural engineering experience; other combinations may be considered.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, mechanical drawings, and engineering plans.
• Understanding of structural analysis, static loads, and wind loads.
• Experience in ASD and LRFD design methods.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and methods.
• Ability to identify root causes, make decisions and solve problems.
• Deliver work products under limited supervision with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems (Epicor).
• Strong communication and teamwork in a high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate designs and calculations for quotations and submittals.
• Identify design problems and resolve through analysis with stakeholders.
• Optimize pole designs for manufacturing capabilities.
• Provide manufacturing‑enhancement recommendations related to design opportunities.
• Support drafting, sales, manufacturing, quality, and estimating with technical analysis.
• Stay up to date on AASHTO standards and state DOT requirements.

Skills

Interpret construction plans

Structural analysis

AASHTO standards

Wind loads

Root cause analysis

Manufacturing processes

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

Epicor ERP

MS Office (Outlook, Excel)

Job description

NOW HIRING: We are looking for a Structural Engineerfor our Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Business Unit. The Structural Engineer is responsible for improving manufacturing processes and equipment to increase capacity, positively affect safety, quality and efficiency.This position is “hands‑on” and involves collaborating with manufacturing employees in a metal fabrication production environment.

Title: Structural Engineer
Location: onsite Winsted, MN
Salary Range:$81,373 - $97,803/year (Exempt)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift - N/A

Key Roles and Responsibilities as a Structural Engineer:

• Interpret construction plans
• Apply industry regulations to designs
• Accurate pole calculations and designs
• Acute problem solving

As a Structural Engineer, you will:

• Coordinate designs and calculations for the quotation and submittal purposes
• Ability to identify design problems and find resolution through analysis and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Optimize pole designs for manufacturing capabilities and structure commonization within the bounds of the specifications
• Provide innovative recommendations regarding manufacturing enhancements related to design/spec opportunities
• Support drafting, sales, manufacturing, quality, estimating with technical analysis and expertise
• Up to date on AASHTO standards and their application
• Stays current to state DOT/county/municipality requirements and update designs to match
• Influences customer specs to promote sound designs and manufacturability
• Develop and refine design tools for efficient analysis

Role Qualifications as a Structural Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• Preferred candidates will have two (2) years of practical application of structural engineering principles; other combinations of formal training and experience may be considered
• Knowledge in interpreting technical specifications, mechanical drawings, and engineering plans
• Understanding of structural analysis, static loads, and wind loads
• Experience in both ASD design and LRFD Design for structural analysis
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and methods
• Ability to identify root causes, make decisions and solve problems
• Deliver work products under limited supervision with a sense of urgency
• Effective user in MS Office applications, particularly using Outlook and Excel
• Effective user of ERP systems, especially Epicor
• Use effective and appropriate written and oral communication skills including giving presentations and participating in meetings
• Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Adapt to changing work priorities
• Work with others as part of a high-performance team

Join Millerbernd Manufacturing – Where Your Career Can Take Shape

About Us:At Millerbernd, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. We're dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities where you can unlock your potential, turn ideas into action, and be part of a skilled, diverse, and driven team. From day one, you’ll experience a supportive and dynamic environment designed to help you grow and succeed.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
• Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
• Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance

Financial Security

• 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
• Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
  • This role is eligible for participation in the company’s “Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)”, a financial performance-based bonus program
  • Payouts are determined by the company’s operational results and are distributed in the first quarter of the subsequent year

Work-Life Balance

• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
• Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
• Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles

Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.

What to Expect from the Hiring Process

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer

Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.