Structural Engineer - E2/3

Actalent; Naperville (IL); Remote; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Structural Engineer (Mid-Senior) for a fully remote contract-to-hire opportunity based in the United States. You will work on complex structural design and analysis for steel and concrete facilities supporting critical infrastructure.

You will apply codes (AISC, ACI, ASCE), perform static/dynamic/seismic analyses, evaluate existing structures, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers remote flexibility with a national project footprint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural design and analysis for steel and concrete structures.
• Design foundations, equipment supports, pipe supports, platforms, and related structural systems.
• Conduct static, dynamic, seismic, and load combination analyses.
• Evaluate existing structures and develop retrofit or strengthening solutions.
• Perform structural assessments and support facility upgrades and modifications.
• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Apply industry design standards and codes, including AISC, ACI, and ASCE requirements.
• Utilize structural analysis software to support engineering evaluations and design decisions.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical recommendations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Communicate engineering findings and solutions to project stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Steel and concrete design

Structural analysis

Code knowledge (AISC/ACI/ASCE)

Structural analysis software (ANSYS/GT

Retrofit/strengthening

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

GTSTRUDL

STAAD

RISA

SAP2000

Job description

Structural Engineer (Mid-Senior Level)

100% Remote | Nationwide

Build the Infrastructure That Powers Communities

Are you a Structural Engineer looking for a fully remote opportunity where you can work on complex, high-impact engineering projects while continuing to grow your career?

Join a nationally recognized engineering team supporting critical power, utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects across the country. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on challenging structural engineering projects that directly support the reliability, safety, and modernization of essential infrastructure.

Whether your background is in power generation, utilities, renewable energy, industrial facilities, manufacturing, transmission & distribution, or large infrastructure projects, this role offers exposure to meaningful work, technical challenges, and long-term career growth.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Fully Remote Flexibility

Work from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams on projects nationwide.

Challenging Engineering Work

Apply your technical expertise to complex structural design, analysis, evaluation, and retrofit projects involving critical infrastructure facilities.

Career Growth & Development

Expand your experience across a variety of project types while working alongside industry experts and technical leaders.

Long-Term Stability

Join a team with a strong project pipeline supporting essential infrastructure and energy clients across the country.

Meaningful Impact

Contribute to projects that improve reliability, safety, and performance for facilities that communities depend on every day.

What You'll Do

As a Structural Engineer, you'll support projects from concept through implementation, providing engineering expertise for both new construction and existing facility modifications.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform structural design and analysis for steel and concrete structures

• Design foundations, equipment supports, pipe supports, platforms, and related structural systems

• Conduct static, dynamic, seismic, and load combination analyses

• Evaluate existing structures and develop retrofit or strengthening solutions

• Perform structural assessments and support facility upgrades and modifications

• Develop engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation

• Apply industry design standards and codes, including AISC, ACI, and ASCE requirements

• Utilize structural analysis software to support engineering evaluations and design decisions

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical recommendations

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver successful project outcomes

• Communicate engineering findings and solutions to project stakeholders and clients

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university

• 4+ years of structural engineering experience within power generation, utilities, renewable energy, industrial, manufacturing, transmission & distribution, or related infrastructure environments

• Strong experience designing and analyzing steel and concrete structures

• Experience performing structural calculations, load evaluations, and engineering analysis

• Working knowledge of AISC, ACI, and ASCE design standards

• Experience using structural analysis software such as ANSYS, GTSTRUDL, STAAD, RISA, SAP2000, or similar tools

• Experience evaluating, modifying, or retrofitting existing structures and facilities

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within collaborative engineering teams

• Ability to independently manage engineering assignments in a remote environment

Ideal Candidate

You're someone who:

• Enjoys solving complex technical challenges

• Thrives in a collaborative engineering environment

• Wants exposure to large-scale infrastructure and utility projects

• Takes pride in delivering high-quality engineering solutions

• Is looking for a long-term opportunity with strong growth potential

• Values flexibility without sacrificing technical depth and career advancement

Location: Fully Remote (U.S.)

Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior-Level Structural Engineer

Industry: Power, Utilities, Renewable Energy, Industrial & Infrastructure

Ready to work on projects that matter while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote career? We'd love to hear from you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Naperville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $68.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.