Structural Project Designer

Stratus®; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Programs

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Stratus® in Sewickley, United States is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to support its CSE Division. This role will focus on developing detailed engineering designs for bridges and buildings, using design software like AutoCAD and Revit.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and up to 5 years of experience in engineering design. The position offers a team-oriented environment with excellent health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of experience in engineering design.
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs and prepare technical drawings.
• Conduct engineering calculations and analyses for compliance.
• Use design software to create engineering documents.
• Collaborate with other engineers for comprehensive solutions.
• Participate in client meetings and present design updates.
• Conduct site visits or inspections as necessary.
• Assist in quality control by reviewing engineering deliverables.

Skills

Engineering design

Engineering calculations

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Civil or Architectural preferred)

Tools

RISA

RAM Elements

Staad

MathCad

Job description

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi‑disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News‑Record, we offer a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high‑growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of our team. We serve public‑ and private‑sector clients and are dedicated to delivering the highest‑quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the civic, commercial, industrial, transportation, education, water resources, and government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large‑scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans, Better Places.

The Role

Stratus recently partnered with PVEDI and is seeking a Structural Design Engineer to join its growing CSE Division. This role focuses on structural engineering and drafting support for work on bridges and buildings, including platforms, scaffold systems, containment framing, and access solutions. The Design Engineer will prepare drawings, calculations, models, and construction documents that support safe, practical, and constructible field solutions. The role involves preparing detailed technical drawings, performing calculations, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that design solutions are accurate and compliant with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs, preparing technical drawings and models that align with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct engineering calculations and analyses to ensure that designs are feasible, safe, and compliant with applicable codes and standards.
• Use design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, or SolidWorks) to create and modify engineering documents, including 3D models, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Collaborate with other engineers and consultants to integrate systems and equipment into comprehensive engineering solutions.
• Research materials, technologies, and regulatory requirements to support the design process and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Participate in client and team meetings, presenting design updates and providing technical input on engineering solutions.
• Conduct site visits or inspections to gather data, evaluate project conditions, or assist with construction administration as needed.
• Assist in quality control by reviewing engineering deliverables for accuracy and adherence to project goals and company standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited university (Civil or Architectural with a structural focus preferred)
• 0–5 years of experience in engineering design

Preferred

• Experience designing scaffolding and platforms
• Familiarity with RISA, RAM Elements, Staad, MathCad, and/or similar structural software
• Engineer In Training (EIT) certification

Benefits

• A team‑oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• Flexible work supports the balance and well‑being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, and Long‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.