Structural Engineer - Food Plant Design & Safety

Dennis Group; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking a Junior/Senior Civil/Structural Engineering student to contribute to the design, analysis, and preparation of drawings for food and beverage processing facilities. You will work on strength, stability, and stresses assessments alongside a skilled team.

The role involves creating analysis models, coordinating with disciplines, and supporting the preparation of contract drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• EIT/FE desirable; experience with structural calculations or modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply extensive knowledge of principles and practices for a wide range of materials and construction techniques.
• Perform hand calculations and create computer analysis models for structural design tasks.
• Determine the correct building code and any local amendments.
• Document gravity, wind, and seismic design loads; coordinate with other disciplines.
• Design common structural framing systems (steel, composite steel, joists) and foundations (spread footings, drilled piers).
• Draft sketches, contract drawings, and specifications using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Review shop drawings, calculations, and project documentation for conformity and quality assurance.
• Travel to project sites as needed (15 days a year).

Skills

Structural analysis

AutoCAD

Revit

RAM Structural

Education

Pursuing Civil/Structural Engineering degree

GPA 3.0+

EIT/FE desirable

Tools

RAM Structural System

RAM Elements

Job description

Dennis Group is seeking a Junior/Senior Civil/Structural Engineering student to contribute to the design, analysis, and preparation of drawings for food and beverage processing facilities. You will work on strength, stability, and stresses assessments alongside a skilled team.

The role involves creating analysis models, coordinating with disciplines, and supporting the preparation of contract drawings and specifications.