Location: Akron, Ohio
Experience Level:Entry to Mid-Level (1–2 Years)
Type: Full-Time
Industry:Structural Engineering / Steel Fabrication / Building Systems
Are you ready to launch your engineering career in a role that blends technical challenge with real-world impact? We’re looking for aStructural Design Engineerwho’s eager to grow, solve problems, and contribute to the design of steel systems that support buildings across the country.
This is more than just a design job—it’s a chance to be part of a collaborative team that values precision, innovation, and continuous improvement. If you’re passionate about structural engineering and ready to take ownership of your work, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll DoDesign and calculate structural and miscellaneous steel systems for a variety of buildings and structures.Evaluate designs for performance, cost-efficiency, reliability, and safety.Review fabrication drawings to ensure alignment with design intent.Communicate with detailing teams to resolve discrepancies and implement design changes.Prepare formal engineering reports and redlined drawings for client and internal use.Maintain project timelines and provide regular updates to peers and management.Assist in developing internal engineering tools and improving design processes.Troubleshoot fabrication and field issues that arise post-design.What You BringBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural emphasis.1–2 years of relevant experience in structural design.Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Word/Excel.Familiarity with structural design software (academic or light professional experience).Exposure to RISA or similar analysis tools is a plus.Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset.Why This Role?Opportunity to grow within astable and expanding industry.Hands-on experience withreal-world structural systems.Collaborative work environment with atight-knit detailing and engineering team.Consideration forOPT and sponsorship candidates.Clear path for professional development and advancement.If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering journey and make a tangible impact on the built environment, apply today. Let’s build something great together.Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.
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 Akron,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2025.
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