Entry-Level Structural Design Engineer
This entry-level Structural Design Engineer role at an established Phoenix firm offers recent graduates and early-career engineers the opportunity to develop technical skills in building structural design across multiple materials and systems. The position involves preparing calculations, drawings, and documentation under mentorship, focusing on residential, commercial, and industrial projects in a primarily office-based environment. The company supports professional growth through licensing support, continuing education, and a collaborative team culture.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level, primarily office-based structural design role supporting building projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. You will learn on the job and work under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Assist with structural engineering design for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
- Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and construction documents
- Support designs for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structural systems
- Work with project engineers to develop practical, code-compliant solutions
- Assist with structural analysis, design reviews, and construction documentation
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers throughout the design process
- Learn industry software, engineering standards, and building design best practices
- Contribute to real-world engineering challenges while building technical and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification — required
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related discipline — preferred
- Interest in building structural engineering and design
- Coursework, internships, or academic project experience with structural analysis, calculations, or construction drawings
- Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, RAM, or other structural engineering software is a plus
- Strong attention to detail, clear communication skills, and eagerness to learn
- Recent graduates and early-career engineers encouraged to apply
- Note: Experience limited to bridge/highway/transportation-only work is not a fit for this role
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $65,000 - $85,000 per year
- Employer-paid healthcare
- Company-supported 401(k)
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Vision insurance
- Support for professional licensing, PE exam prep, and continuing education
- A supportive team environment and mentorship to help grow your engineering career
Location & Work Type
- Work location: Phoenix, AZ — primarily on-site (office-based)
- Employment type: Full-time (Contractor option may apply depending on placement)
- Number of hires: 1
Why You’ll Love This Role
This position is designed to give new engineers hands-on structural design experience and a clear professional development path. You’ll join a close-knit engineering team that invests in mentorship, continuing education, and your long-term growth.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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