Structural Engineer - Modular Construction Innovator

Creative-Modular-Construction; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Designs Engineering and Architecture (IDEA) in Springfield, MO is seeking a Structural Engineer to design safe, code-compliant modular structures across diverse building types. You will move concepts from design through manufacturing, transportation, installation and final construction, collaborating with manufacturing and production teams.

The role emphasizes engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and technology intersection, with opportunities to drive value engineering and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel and building codes.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design structural steel, cold-formed steel, hybrid systems, and modular chassis.
• Perform structural calculations for wind, snow, seismic, live/dead, transportation, lifting, and installation loads.
• Design structural connections, anchorage, tie-downs, and foundation interface systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, details, and specifications.
• Support state approvals, code compliance, and third-party reviews.
• Optimize designs for manufacturing efficiency, material usage, and installation.
• Collaborate with product development and production teams to improve quality.
• Provide technical support for field installation and structural challenges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

RISA

RAM

STAAD

Enercalc

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Inspired Designs Engineering and Architecture (IDEA) in Springfield, MO is seeking a Structural Engineer to design safe, code-compliant modular structures across diverse building types. You will move concepts from design through manufacturing, transportation, installation and final construction, collaborating with manufacturing and production teams.

The role emphasizes engineering, architecture, manufacturing, and technology intersection, with opportunities to drive value engineering and