Structural Engineer - Building Design

Olsson Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and design firm in the United States is seeking an Associate Structural Engineer to support design calculations, modeling, and quality deliverables for diverse facility projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, EIT/FE certification, and experience with tools like Revit. The firm offers a supportive environment to grow skills and engage in impactful work.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Excellent 401(k) match

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus system

Qualifications

• One or more years of relevant structural design experience.
• Basic understanding of building codes and material design standards (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC).
• Ability to travel and perform occasional field work in various weather and site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support design and analysis for structural systems on facility projects.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to learn structural design best practices.
• Prepare drawings, models, and calculations using industry-standard tools.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering or related field

EIT/FE certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

RISA

STAAD

SAP2000/ETABS

Job description

Company Overview

Olsson is a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible. We are committed to providing an environment where employees can learn, grow, and thrive.

Job Description

Olsson’s Facility Engineering and Design Team provides services for large commercial developments, healthcare facilities, laboratories, educational institutions, data centers, and military installations. Our work includes engineering analysis, design services, and professional consulting, delivering top-quality and world-class installations. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high-impact projects and deliver engineering solutions that make a tangible difference.

As an Associate Structural Engineer, you’ll support project teams with design calculations, modeling, and plan production under the guidance of senior engineers and project managers. You’ll apply fundamental engineering principles, learn our standards and workflows, and help produce high-quality deliverables for clients. If you’re excited to grow your career and work on a diverse set of complex facility projects, this role is for you.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support design and analysis for structural systems on a wide range of facility projects—healthcare, education, data centers, and more.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to learn best practices and gain hands-on experience in structural design and project delivery.
• Prepare drawings, models, and calculations using industry-standard tools like Revit and structural analysis software.
• Assist with project coordination, ensuring designs align with client goals, codes, and quality standards.
• Participate in site visits to see your designs come to life and learn how projects move from concept to construction.
• Contribute ideas and solutions in a team environment that values innovation and professional growth.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering or related field.
• EIT/FE certification.
• One or more years of relevant structural design experience.
• Working knowledge of Revit and/or AutoCAD; familiarity with structural analysis tools (e.g., RISA, STAAD, SAP2000/ETABS).
• Basic understanding of building codes and material design standards (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC).
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills; eagerness to learn and take on increasing responsibility.
• Ability to travel and perform occasional field work in various weather and site conditions.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. We were founded in 1956 with a mindset to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. We work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Equal Opportunity Employment

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.