Structural Engineer (Structural Steel)

Tiello

Columbia (SC)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

401(k)

Health insurance (employee)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Tiello has partnered with a highly respected Structural Steel Engineering Firm on their search for a Structural Engineer in Columbia, South Carolina. This role focuses on steel erection engineering, structural analysis, temporary bracing, erection planning, and connection design.

The candidate will collaborate with fabricators, erectors, project managers, detailers, and field personnel to deliver safe, practical solutions and drive process improvements across diverse projects nationwide.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering.
FE certification required; PE license preferred.
Minimum 3 years of structural steel engineering experience; experience with steel erection engineering.

Responsibilities

Analyze partially erected structural steel frames for stability under construction loading.
Design temporary bracing systems and erection engineering solutions.
Prepare site-specific erection plans and erection sequencing.
Develop lift plans for structural steel assemblies and components.
Design structural steel connections for commercial/industrial projects.
Coordinate with erectors, fabricators, and field personnel to resolve site-specific challenges.
Conduct periodic site visits to observe erection activities and provide engineering support.
Utilize RAM Elements, RISA 3D, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro and similar software.

Skills

Erection engineering

Structural analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

FE certification

PE license (preferred)

Tools

RAM Elements

RISA 3D

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Tekla Structures

SDS2

Bluebeam

Trimble Connect

Job description

Location:

Columbia, SC

Quarterly performance-based bonus
401(k)
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
Paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and unlimited sick leave
Paid parental leave
Tuition assistance for graduate studies
Relocation assistance available

Company Overview:

Tiello has partnered with a highly respected Structural Steel Engineering Firm on their search for a Structural Engineer in Columbia, South Carolina. This organization specializes in steel erection engineering and structural steel connection design, supporting commercial and industrial construction projects throughout the United States.

Role Summary:

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for performing steel erection engineering, structural analysis, temporary bracing design, erection planning, and structural steel connection design. This individual will work closely with fabricators, erectors, project managers, detailers, and field personnel to develop safe, practical, and efficient engineering solutions throughout the construction process.

The ideal candidate will have experience in both structural steel design and erection engineering, possess strong technical knowledge of structural analysis, and enjoy collaborating directly with field teams to solve complex engineering challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of structural steel projects while contributing to process improvements and engineering innovation.

Project Types:

Commercial Buildings, Industrial Facilities, Manufacturing Plants, Distribution Centers, Institutional Projects, Structural Steel Fabrication & Erection Projects

Job Responsibilities:

Analyze partially erected structural steel frames for stability under construction loading
Design temporary bracing systems and erection engineering solutions
Prepare site-specific erection plans and erection sequencing
Develop lift plans for structural steel assemblies, trusses, and preassembled components
Design structural steel connections for a variety of commercial and industrial projects
Coordinate directly with steel erectors, fabricators, and field personnel to resolve site-specific engineering challenges
Conduct periodic job site visits to observe erection activities and provide engineering support
Utilize engineering software including RAM Elements, MathCAD Prime, IDEA StatiCa, Revit, and similar structural analysis programs
Review BIM models using Trimble Connect to assist with coordination and connection detailing
Prepare engineering calculations, reports, submittals, and respond to RFIs
Review shop drawings and connection details for accuracy and constructability
Assist with developing internal engineering tools, calculation templates, and design processes
Collaborate with project teams to ensure safe, efficient, and successful project execution

Qualifications / Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
Minimum of 3 years of structural steel engineering experience
Experience with steel erection engineering required
FE certification required; PE license or active pursuit of licensure preferred
Strong working knowledge of AISC 303, AISC Design Guide 10, ASCE 37, and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart R
Experience using structural analysis software such as RAM Elements, RISA 3D, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, or equivalent
Ability to interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, and erection drawings
Strong understanding of structural steel connection design and constructability
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate with office and field personnel
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Willingness to travel to project sites approximately once or twice per month
Eligibility to work in the U.S.