Structural Design Engineer

Job Details:

Structural Design Engineer

Civil Engineering- Structural Engineering- Civil Design - Bridge Design - Civil Construction

A well established, reputable civil & structural firm with excellent leadership, low turnover, and a stable workload is seeking to add a Structural Design Engineer with a focus on bridge design and civil infrastructure. This organization is known for high-quality work, long-term employee retention, and a diverse portfolio of challenging projects throughout the Pennsylvania region.

This is an outstanding opportunity to learn and collaborate with some of the top civil, structural, and construction professionals in the industry. The firm is open to candidates ranging from EIT-level engineers with a year or more of experience to mid-level licensed Professional Engineers (PE). Responsibilities, independence, and project ownership will be aligned with experience level.

The Structural Design Engineer will support the design and analysis of bridges, structures, and transportation-related civil infrastructure. Work spans heavy civil construction, roadway structures, and structural components for public and private sector clients. This role includes hands-on design, technical calculations, drafting, and cross-functional project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Design bridge and structural projects under the guidance or supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Perform structural analysis, studies, calculations, and prepare engineering work plans in compliance with project requirements, AASHTO LRFD, and applicable engineering standards.
• Support civil and structural design for heavy civil construction projects involving bridges, roadway structures, culverts, retaining structures, and transportation infrastructure.
• Prepare drawings, technical documents, specifications, and cost estimates using AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Conduct quality control reviews of self-performed work to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide technical support and coordination with internal departments, project teams, construction managers, and subcontractors.
• Participate in field visits, site investigations, or construction-phase support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited Civil or Structural Engineering program.
• Minimum of one (1) + year of structural design experience
• Experience designing bridges, civil structures, transportation projects and/or heavy civil infrastructure a plus.
• EIT certification desired; Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus
• Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with structural analysis software (e.g., STAAD, MIDAS, LEAP, LARSA, SAP2000, or equivalent) is valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with subcontractors, internal staff, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and good decision-making skills.

Why our client is attractive:

• Join a highly respected firm known for stability, mentorship, and long-term career development.
• Work on a broad range of interesting, complex, and high-impact civil and structural projects.
• Gain exposure to both design and heavy civil construction environments.
• Supportive culture with direct access to senior structural engineers and construction managers.
• Competitive compensation package with long-term growth potential.

Please send a current copy of your resume to [email protected] for consideration.

Alex Showers

Liberty Personnel Services

484-567-2087

[email protected]

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