Structural Steel Erection Engineer - Planning & Connections

Frey Consulting Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

401(k)

Employer-paid health coverage

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Unlimited sick leave

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Tiello LLC is seeking a Structural Engineer in Columbia, SC to join a respected steel erection engineering firm. The role focuses on steel erection engineering, analysis, temporary bracing design, erection planning, and connection design for commercial and industrial projects.

You will collaborate with fabricators, erectors, project managers, detailers, and field personnel to deliver safe, practical engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of structural steel engineering experience.
• Experience with steel erection engineering is required.
• FE certification required; PE license or active pursuit preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AISC 303, AISC Design Guide 10, ASCE 37, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart R.
• Experience using 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; able to collaborate with office and field personnel.
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel ~once or twice per month.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S.

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 commercial and industrial projects.
• Coordinate with steel erectors, fabricators, and field personnel to resolve site challenges.
• Conduct periodic job site visits to observe erection activities and provide engineering support.
• Use RAM Elements, RISA 3D, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro and other software for analysis.
• Review BIM models using Trimble Connect for coordination and detailing.
• Prepare calculations, reports, submittals, and respond to RFIs.
• Review shop drawings and connection details for accuracy and constructability.
• Assist with developing internal engineering tools and templates.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure safe, efficient project execution.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

RAM Elements

RISA 3D

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Revit

Job description

Tiello LLC is seeking a Structural Engineer in Columbia, SC to join a respected steel erection engineering firm. The role focuses on steel erection engineering, analysis, temporary bracing design, erection planning, and connection design for commercial and industrial projects.

You will collaborate with fabricators, erectors, project managers, detailers, and field personnel to deliver safe, practical engineering solutions.