Structural Engineer

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The Structural Engineer plays a hands-on, technical role within our engineering team. Their main responsibility is to create and analyze complex dry bulk storage structures and projects from concept through production. This role combines project execution, engineering design, structural analysis, connections, modelling, detailing and collaboration across departments. The ideal candidate thrives on solving technical challenges and enjoys working directly with customers and fabricators. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys seeing their own design come to life in the shop! 

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Pre-Engineering Support

• Develop concept drawings and 3D models to support discovery calls with customers.

• Contribute technical input for estimating and quoting.

Project Execution

• Lead assigned projects from kickoff through production release.

• Translate customer requirements into manufacturable designs.

• Develop approval drawings and shop fabrication drawings.

• Create material lists and support purchasing processes, including identifying alternate suppliers as needed. Engineering & Design

• Create Structure conceptual layout to fulfil customers needs

• Perform structural analysis with supporting hand calculations, including base reaction report, using RISA 3D, Scia, or similar software per ASCE/IBC codes.

• Model project in 3D and make customer approval drawings using SDS2, CREO Parametric 3D (or equivalent).

Detail connections, Weldments and piece parts for fabrication

• Review and approve drawing packages, cut lists, and fabrication documentation.

Technical Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Participate in daily or weekly team engineering meetings.

• Help refine engineering standards and processes to support quality, safety, and code compliance (ASCE, IBC, OSHA, ANSI).

• Collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, and Production to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.

• 5+ years of engineering experience in structural steel in the industrial sector.

• Strong 3D modeling skills (SDS2 or CREO Parametric preferred).

• Proficiency in structural design and analysis of beams, columns, bracing, connections, baseplates, anchor bolts and concrete foundations.

• Familiarity with industry codes & standards including ASCE, IBC, ANSI, and OSHA.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Positive, proactive attitude and team-first mindset.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

• Willingness to work on-site, 45 hours per week.

Professional Engineering (PE or SE) license is preferred, but not required!

Work Environment:

Our company culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and rooted in values of integrity, innovation, and teamwork. We take pride in solving complex problems, learning from challenges, and continually improving our work and each other.

Schedule:

• Monday–Thursday: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

• Friday: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST

• Total: 45 hours per week, on-site

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000 + bonuses

• Health Insurance

• 401(k) with 3% company match

• Vacation and Personal Leave

• Bereavement Leave

• 6 Paid Holidays

• "Good Deed" Volunteering Program

• Resiliency Bonus (extra rewards for extra effort)

• Professional Development Opportunities

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 163651

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Michael Miller

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