Structural Engineer - Experienced 4+ years (PE)

Thomas & Hutton; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Top-tier health, dental, vision

401(k), PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton in Charleston, SC or Savannah, GA seeks an experienced Structural Engineer (PE) with 4+ years to design, analyze, and document a wide range of structures for public and private clients across industrial, commercial, municipal, marine, and institutional markets. Designs will primarily use concrete, wood, steel, masonry, and other materials as needed.

The role involves coordinating with engineers and landscape architects, performing site visits, and ensuring code-compliant designs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis.
• US PE licensure required.
• 4+ years of structural design experience.
• Experience with Revit drafting; AutoCAD desired.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to other offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of a variety of structures.
• Create construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Perform structural condition assessments of existing structures and write reports.
• Coordinate and work with other engineers and landscape architects during design.
• Communicate with clients and contractors, providing high levels of service.
• Ensure project designs comply with code requirements.
• Perform construction services, including site visits and responding to contractor questions.

Skills

RISA

Revit

AutoCAD

Excel

Mathcad

Enercalc

Tedds

Communication

Field work

Travel

Education

Civil Engineering degree (structural emphasis)

US PE licensure

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

RISA

Job description

Structural Engineer - Experienced 4+ years (PE)

Thomas & Hutton has an immediate opening for a motivated and driven Structural Engineer (PE) in Charleston, SC or Savannah, GA.

The candidate will be involved in the design, drafting and construction services for a large variety of structures for both internal and external clients, public and private. Markets for structural services include industrial, commercial, municipal, marine, institutional, residential and energy. Structures may include, but are not limited to, treatment plants, marinas, bulkheads, piers, wharves, bridges, buildings, drainage and water control structures, pump stations, monuments, specialty equipment foundations, and more. Designs will predominantly include concrete, wood, structural steel, and masonry, although other materials such as cold formed metal framing, aluminum and fiber reinforced polymer may also be included

What You'll Do

Typical duties include:

• Perform structural analysis and design of a variety of structures.
• Create construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Perform structural condition assessments of existing structures and write reports.
• Coordinate and work with other engineers and landscape architects during design.
• Communicate and interact with clients and contractors periodically, providing high levels of client service.
• Ensure project designs are completed in accordance with code requirements.
• Perform construction services, including reports, site visits and responding to contractor questions.

What You Bring

Minimum Requirements:

Experience: 4+ years of structural design experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, structural emphasis. US PE Licensure required.

Skills:

• Experience with finite element modeling programs, primarily RISA.
• Experience with Excel or Mathcad, Enercalc or Tedds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency drafting with Revit required and experience with AutoCAD desired.
• Ability to multi-task, appropriately prioritize workflow and complete tasks within budget.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to work with team members.
• Ability to perform field work for assessments and construction observation in a variety of environments.
• Ability to solve problems and evaluate a variety of options.
• Ability to periodically travel to other offices.
• Excellent time management skills.

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands‑on Civil 3D mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:
On-site: MondayThursday 7:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

Please note, sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Participant