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.

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What You’ll Do

This position supports building-structure and parking design projects as an early-career structural engineer. You will join the confidential client’s Building Structures – Parking team and receive on-the-job training and mentorship while contributing to real project work.

• Assist in structural design and analysis for parking structures and related building types (rehab/repair, apartments, hotels, commercial buildings, retaining walls).
• Perform structural calculations and prepare clear design documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Use structural design software and modeling tools to produce accurate models and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, code-compliant solutions.
• Participate in field inspections and site visits to collect data and verify construction conditions.
• Support preparation of client-facing reports, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Learn project financials, plan production, and client communication through mentorship and formal training programs.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline). New graduates (e.g., class of 2027) and early-career engineers are encouraged to apply.
• Solid understanding of structural engineering fundamentals, building codes, and load path concepts.
• Ability to perform hand calculations and translate results into CAD/production drawings.
• Experience or coursework using structural modeling/design software (the role uses industry-standard structural tools).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work within a project team and interact with clients and contractors.
• Willingness to attend site visits and perform occasional field work.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship; the confidential client does not typically sponsor H‑1B or other work visas.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $84,000 - $87,000 per year.
• Competitive retirement plan with company match and profit-sharing contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Paid time off, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the retirement plan, performance-based bonuses, and tuition reimbursement.
• Family-friendly benefits including new-parent leave and family-building resources.
• Professional development opportunities and internal training programs.

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Why Join the Confidential Client

You’ll join a collaborative engineering practice that emphasizes professional growth, employee well-being, and client-focused results. The confidential client invests in retention, development, and a values-driven culture to help early-career engineers build technical depth and client-facing experience.

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Location & Additional Information

• This role is onsite in Saint Paul, MN — not remote.
• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; the posting may close at any time after a minimum posting period.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
• Equal Opportunity Employer — the confidential client prohibits discrimination and supports an inclusive workplace.

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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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