Structural Engineering Associate

Barge Design Solutions; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Barge Design Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Structural Engineering Associate in Knoxville, TN for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience from schematic design through construction administration.

You will contribute to structural analysis, design development, documentation, and project coordination under licensed Professional Engineers. The role offers a strong learning environment with exposure to diverse project types, including Industrial, Commercial, Government, and Water/Wastewater,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• EIT Certification required.
• 0–4 years experience.
• Experience using Autodesk Revit is a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
• Previous internship or co-op experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast paced-collaborative team atmosphere with an established group of design professionals.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a structural design team to design a variety of projects including: Industrial, Commercial, Government, and Water/Wastewater projects.
• Prepare calculations, technical reports, design drawings, and specifications for projects of various sizes.
• Support senior engineers in project planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Use engineering design software to prepare design documents.
• Accompany Senior Engineers on site visits, field inspections, and construction observation as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Reading comprehension

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MS preferred

EIT Certification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We're Looking For

The Structural Engineering Associate role is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers eager to gain hands-on experience across all phases of project delivery from schematic design through construction administration. Working under the direct mentorship of licensed Professional Engineers, you will contribute to structural analysis, design development, construction documentation, and project coordination. This position offers a strong learning environment, exposure to diverse project types, and the chance to build foundational technical and professional skills while supporting high-quality engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a structural design team to design a variety of projects including: Industrial, Commercial, Government, and Water/Wastewater projects.
• Work with a team in the preparation of calculations, technical reports, design drawings, and specifications for projects of various sizes and complexity.
• Support senior engineers in project planning, coordination, and delivery.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Use engineering design software to prepare design documents.
• Accompany Senior Engineers on site visits, field inspections, and construction observation as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested

Education & Experience Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university. Master's degree preferred.
• EIT Certification required
• 0 - 4 years experience
• Experience using Autodesk Revit is a plus
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Previous internship or co-op experience is a plus
• Ability to work in a fast paced-collaborative team atmosphere with an established group of design professionals
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Why join us?

Barge Design Solutions, Inc., is an engineering and architecture firm with diverse in-house multidisciplinary practice areas. The employee‑owned company is more than 550+ people strong and serves clients nationwide from multiple U.S. locations. Barge is ranked on Engineering News-Record (ENR)'s Top 500 Design Firms and Architectural Record's Top 300 Architecture Firms and is a certified Great Place To Work.

Our Primary Purpose For Being In Business Is Ultimately To Create a Better Life By Unleashing The Potential Of Our People, Clients And Communities. This Purpose Is Supported By Our Company's Core Values Because At The End Of The Day, Barge CARES

• Collaborate - Help and expect help. Teamwork is essential in what we do.
• Authentic - Honesty, integrity and trust are at the heart of everything we do. We are who we say we are.
• Responsible - We are accountable for our work, our attitude, and our actions. We make Barge better.
• Excellence - We go all in and expect more of ourselves than others expect of us.
• Service - We are humble. We use our gifts in service of others.

We believe that if we are living out our purpose for being in business and integrating our values into everything we do, we will ultimately achieve our vision to be the firm best known for being selected when it matters most.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled