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A Structural Engineer designs and analyzes engineering and construction projects to ensure they are safe and structurally sound. They often specialize in particular types of structures, such as buildings, bridges, pipelines, industrial, tunnels, vehicles, ships, aircraft, or spacecraft.
$101,808 / year median in Indiana
+12% projected growth
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Structural Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Structural Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design steel decking according to industry standards and contribute to a variety of exciting projects including retail buildings, schools, and warehouses. You will provide engineering direction to multiple departments and communicate effectively with architects and engineers. Responsibilities Design steel decking according to Steel Deck Institute standards. Review and develop engineering tools specific to steel deck. Create roof and floor designs for various projects such as retail buildings, schools, and warehouses. Provide engineering direction to detailing, design, sales, and production departments. Interpret contract documents and communicate with architects, engineers of record, and fabricators on product design requirements. Design joists and joist girders per Steel Joist Institute standards. Familiarize with AISC, SJI, and SDI codes and specifications. Review incoming projects to verify materials and scope align with original estimates. Perform initial reviews of contract drawings, especially for complex projects, to identify key structural considerations and loading requirements. Guide detailers and designers by documenting instructions and addressing loads in drawings. Respond to questions or discrepancies by contacting the engineer of record or submitting RFIs. Review detailing documents for accuracy and compliance before release to designers. Communicate unresolved or missing detailing items to designers and review changes submitted by clients or engineers. Support designers by reviewing updates prior to joist creation and shop order submission. Occasionally create joist designs and submit shop orders. Develop and issue field modification drawings for fabrication issues or on-site condition changes. Manage and support field modifications. Serve as a technical resource by answering material-related questions and providing certifications or guidance. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent for Civil P.E. qualification. Minimum Civil E.I.T. certification with the desire to become a Civil P.E. (having passed the FE exam). Interest in structural steel design, specifically steel deck design. Good verbal and written communication skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Prior experience in the steel deck industry or structural steel design. Prior experience in the steel joist industry. Civil P.E. certification. Familiarity with software such as Ansys, STAAD, RISA, MathCAD, or AutoCAD. Work Environment The work environment is fairly casual but deadline-driven. The office is located on the second floor, adjacent to the fabrication facility, but regular visits to the facility are not required. Each engineer has their own office and the team operates with an open-door policy to foster collaboration. The engineering team currently consists of six engineers, and you will be joining a supportive and professional team. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Butler, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.08 - $46.15/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Butler,IN.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings