Entry Level Associate Structural Engineer Jobs
New grad associate structural engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a compelling portfolio of academic projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Kiewit, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, and Burns & McDonnell hiring at this level now.
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Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
***This Engineering role can be filled at the Mid-level or Senior Engineer level. Please see minimum qualifications list below for each level***
Expected salary range:
- Mid-Level - $92,700 - $114,000
- Sr Level - $122,400- $154,000
Ranges are per year based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401K.
Over the past decade, Constellation has invested more than $7.1 billion in capital across its nuclear fleet to support continued safe, reliable operations and long-term license extensions. We are planning multi-billion dollar investments through 2030 to include possible extended uprates and overall modernization of our nuclear facilities where appropriate.
We are seeking Engineers and other skilled technical experts to help Constellation, the largest private sector power producer in the world, continue to design, build and operate its nuclear fleet at world-class standards.
Primary Purpose of Position
Responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks, under general supervision, in support of nuclear plant operations.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Perform engineering and technical tasks as assigned by supervision applying general engineering principles
- Assure all engineering products prepared are in accordance with applicable safety analyses, industry codes, engineering specifications and all regulatory requirements.
- Participate in the development and implementation of effective processes and techniques at appropriate levels of detail and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Recommend format and methodology improvements to standard processes and procedures.
- Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Mid-level E02 Engineer
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, civil/structural, electrical, industrial, mechanical or nuclear) with 2 years of nuclear or related engineering experience
- Maintain minimum access requirements or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Senior E03 Engineer
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) with 5 years of nuclear experience or related engineering experience
- Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties
Qualifications:
- Engineer in training certification
- Good grasp of techniques and a good understanding of the fundamental functions performed by the group.
Who We Are
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
Total Rewards
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
***This Engineering role can be filled at the Mid-level or Senior Engineer level. Please see minimum qualifications list below for each level***
Expected salary range:
- Mid-Level - $92,700 - $114,000
- Sr Level - $122,400- $154,000
Ranges are per year based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401K.
Over the past decade, Constellation has invested more than $7.1 billion in capital across its nuclear fleet to support continued safe, reliable operations and long-term license extensions. We are planning multi-billion dollar investments through 2030 to include possible extended uprates and overall modernization of our nuclear facilities where appropriate.
We are seeking Engineers and other skilled technical experts to help Constellation, the largest private sector power producer in the world, continue to design, build and operate its nuclear fleet at world-class standards.
Primary Purpose of Position
Responsible for performing engineering and technical tasks, under general supervision, in support of nuclear plant operations.
Primary Duties and Accountabilities
- Perform engineering and technical tasks as assigned by supervision applying general engineering principles
- Assure all engineering products prepared are in accordance with applicable safety analyses, industry codes, engineering specifications and all regulatory requirements.
- Participate in the development and implementation of effective processes and techniques at appropriate levels of detail and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Recommend format and methodology improvements to standard processes and procedures.
- Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Mid-level E02 Engineer
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, civil/structural, electrical, industrial, mechanical or nuclear) with 2 years of nuclear or related engineering experience
- Maintain minimum access requirements or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for Senior E03 Engineer
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) with 5 years of nuclear experience or related engineering experience
- Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties
Qualifications:
- Engineer in training certification
- Good grasp of techniques and a good understanding of the fundamental functions performed by the group.
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Entry Level Associate Structural Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level associate structural engineer job?
Focus on what you can show, not just what you know. Employers hiring at the entry level want to see internship experience, senior capstone projects, or a portfolio of structural calculations and drawings. A degree in civil or structural engineering is typically expected, and EIT certification signals you are serious about licensure. Tailor your resume to each posting and highlight any software proficiency, especially ETABS, SAP2000, or AutoCAD.
Which companies hire entry level associate structural engineers?
Companies hiring entry level associate structural engineers right now include Kiewit, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of mid-size structural consulting firms, large multidiscipline engineering practices, and construction companies with in-house engineering teams.
Are there remote entry level associate structural engineer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on mentorship new engineers need. About 30% of entry level associate structural engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist if flexibility matters to you. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you see which postings match your preference.
Are these new grad associate structural engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates to submit a portfolio of academic or project work in place of professional experience. If you graduated within the last year or two, these roles are written with you in mind.
Which industries hire the most entry level associate structural engineers?
Entry Level associate structural engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they run ongoing project pipelines that need early-career engineers to support project managers and licensed PEs on design and analysis tasks.