Structural Engineer
The Opportunity
StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Structural Engineer to join a well-established, growing structural engineering consulting firm known for innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions on commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential projects across the Greater Pittsburgh region. With a roughly 20-person team and a strong pipeline of projects such as local schools, shopping centers, and commercial real estate, the firm is expanding its staff to keep pace with growth.
The Structural Engineer will work on diverse projects from concept through construction, partnering with architects, contractors, developers, and fellow engineers. Senior engineers will mentor and develop you, and you will also have the chance to lead more junior team members. This is a full-time, partially remote (hybrid) position based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with relocation assistance available.
What You'll Do
- Design structural systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential projects from schematic design through construction administration.
- Perform structural analysis and calculations for steel, concrete, masonry, and wood structures in line with building codes and engineering standards.
- Develop practical, economical, and creative structural solutions that meet project goals.
- Coordinate structural design with architectural, MEP, civil, and geotechnical disciplines for smooth project delivery.
- Review specifications, architectural drawings, and field conditions to produce complete structural designs.
- Direct CAD and Revit designers preparing construction documents and structural drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
- Check construction documents for quality, accuracy, and completeness before client submission.
- Join planning, design review, and coordination meetings with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders.
- Conduct site visits, field observations, and construction inspections to confirm design intent is met.
- Answer RFIs, review shop drawings, and provide engineering support during construction.
- Balance multiple projects while meeting schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
What You Bring
Required
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a concentration in structural engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Strong knowledge of Building Codes, design standards, and industry best practices
- Excellent Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, and Problem Solving
- Strong written and verbal Communication, with the ability to work professionally with clients and project teams
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
Preferred
- 3+ years of structural engineering experience in a consulting environment, ideally on commercial projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain it within a reasonable timeframe
- Experience with RAM Structural System / RAM Steel, ENERCALC, STAAD.Pro, AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Structural analysis and design of steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and wood structures
- Preparation and review of construction documents
- Building code interpretation (IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, NDS, TMS, and others)
- Construction administration and field observation
- Direct work with clients, architects, and contractors through all project phases
Compensation & Total Rewards
- Salary: $90,000 - $140,000
- Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; partially remote (hybrid), Pittsburgh, PA
- Benefits: relocation assistance
Joining StaffRight Associates
When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.
