xPL OSM Application Engineer-Structural

Turner Construction Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company seeks an experienced structural engineer for the xPL Offsite division. You will design, analyze, and detail structural systems for offsite manufactured components and oversee their integration on complex projects.

The role requires PE licensure, ABET-accredited degree, and strong communication skills to coordinate with architects, engineers, and clients. Limited travel and a focus on safety, quality, and compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; 6+ years in structural analysis/design preferred.
• PE licensure required and active.
• Strong communication and ability to present technical info to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with building codes (ASCE, AISC, IBC).
• Ability to produce/manage engineering drawings and coordinate with design teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs for xPL Offsite Manufacturing (OSM) products and systems.
• Perform complete structural analysis including FEM to validate designs.
• Collaborate with Architects, MEP, and other engineers to integrate OSM components.
• Create detailed drawings and simulations using SAP2000, STAAD, Inventor, and Revit.
• Coordinate with clients and cross-functional teams to finalize designs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent judgment

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Eng

Tools

SAP2000

STAAD

Revit

Inventor

TEKLA

Job description

Division: xPL Offsite

Project Location(s): Huntsville, AL 35803 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education:

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

Position Description: Design structural systems (including analysis, connection design, and detailing) for offsite manufactured and modular building components. Provide oversight of offsite manufactured elements to meet structural integrity, safety, and compliance standards while optimizing for transport, assembly, and installation on-site.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Develop structural designs for xPL Offsite Manufacturing (OSM) products and systems, including steel framing, supports, foundations, and connections, for multiple complex projects.
• Perform complete structural analysis, including Finite Element Modeling (FEM), to validate design integrity under varying load conditions.
• Collaborate with Architects, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Structural Engineers, and other construction disciplines to seamlessly integrate OSM structural components.
• Create detailed engineering drawings and simulations using SAP2000, STAAD, Inventor, and Revit applications.
• Engage in client-facing and cross-functional discussions to coordinate structural designs, propose solutions to mitigate risks and finalize structural designs.
• Exercise independent judgment in engineering decisions to develop designs and in review and approval of engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents and confirm coordination of vendor drawings to engineering requirements.
• Assess materials and construction methods for optimal performance and cost efficiency.
• Partner with xPL OSM manufacturing team to oversee designs that optimize production, assembly, transportation, and site installation.
• Conduct shop floor and field visits to verify constructability and alignment with operational needs.
• Stay current on innovations in structural engineering and OSM construction techniques.
• Support research and development efforts focused on developing and enhancing OSM products and solutions.
• Prepare technical studies, specifications, cost estimates, and proposal evaluations.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited institution in Civil or Structural Engineering, or related field, with minimum of 6 years of experience in structural analysis and design or related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and maintain active accreditation as required
• Strong verbal communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally and client facing with ability to clearly present information to non-technical audiences
• Proficient technical writing and documentation skills
• Familiar with building and structural codes (e.g., ASCE, AISC, IBC)
• Capable of producing and managing engineering drawings both independently and through coordination with design teams
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple stakeholder requirements
• Able to exercise independent judgment in engineering decisions and project execution
• Ability to interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
• Display proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Management of competing demands and able to meet established deadlines
• Proficient analysis and design tools (e.g., SAP2000, STAAD, Revit, Inventor, TEKLA, or similar)
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications, with intermediate Excel skills
• Limited Travel

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office location. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.