Entry Level Civil Structural Designer Jobs
New grad civil structural designer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with employers like Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, HDR, and Kiewit 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 Civil Structural Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level civil structural designer job?
Entry level civil structural designer roles go to candidates who can show hands-on work, so your portfolio matters most. Highlight university project drawings, internship deliverables, or any steel or concrete design work completed in AutoCAD, Revit, or similar software. Certifications like an Engineer-in-Training credential and familiarity with AISC or ACI standards also give new candidates a clear edge over equally inexperienced applicants.
Which companies hire entry level civil structural designers?
Companies hiring entry level civil structural designers right now include Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, HDR, and Kiewit, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from civil engineering consulting firms, infrastructure contractors, and government project agencies that build training into the role.
Are there remote entry level civil structural designer jobs?
Yes, though most positions at this level are still on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of structural design work. About 23% of entry level civil structural designer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist but candidates should expect the majority of junior roles to involve time in an office or on a project site.
Are these new grad civil structural designer jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior civil structural designer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong academic portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'junior,' or 'new graduates encouraged to apply.'
Which industries hire the most entry level civil structural designers?
Entry Level civil structural designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because large infrastructure backlogs and ongoing construction pipelines create consistent demand for new design talent to support senior engineers.