Structural Designer Jobs in Colorado
Structural Designer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where firms like AECOM, Jacobs Engineering, and Stantec maintain active practices across commercial, transportation, and municipal infrastructure projects. Demand runs from entry-level detailers to senior licensed professionals, with the strongest hiring in structural steel, building information modeling, and civil-structural integration work. Colorado's sustained construction activity and public-sector infrastructure investment keep this one of the more active markets in the Mountain West. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Opportunity:
LDIS LLC, a Tetra Tech Company, provides integrated engineering and design solutions for the Energy, Renewables, Water Treatment and Life Sciences markets. Our team meets these changing needs by being a trusted partner to each of our clients.
In addition to conventional Oil & Gas facility solutions and designs, our projects include Hydrogen Electrolysis, Ammonia Production Facilities, Renewable Natural Gas Processing, Emissions Reduction Studies, Carbon Capture and Sequestration, wastewater, pharmaceuticals, and much more.
Structural designers perform complex structural designs. They are responsible for drafting computer models based on project needs and creating drawings that are used for final construction plans. Additionally, these designers must follow strict safety standards on their preliminary sketches, adequately take construction materials into account for designs, and meet deadlines.
They prepare structural plans and implement feedback from structural engineers. Previous experience in AutoCAD structural modeling and drawing production is required. CADWorx structure experience a plus. Structural designers must be proficient with AutoCAD, pay strong attention to detail, and be highly organized. Structural designers should have advanced knowledge of industrial methodologies as well.
Your Role
The primary role of a Civil/Structural Designer III is to create 3D CAD models and construction drawings for our client’s projects. Models and drawing details will be created in accordance with sketches prepared by the engineer. Drawings will be created using industry recognized standards for line weight, dimensioning, and views/sections necessary to convey the design. Attention to detail, accuracy, drawing ease of readability are qualities expected from a Civil/Structural Designer.
Job Responsibilities:
- Generates 3D foundation and structural steel models with minimal supervision.
- Working with equipment vendor drawings create workable design.
- Create overall and partial foundation location plans with Northing/Easting coordinates.
- Create concrete foundation plans and sections depicting reinforcing design based on sketches prepared by engineer following example drawings.
- Create structural steel design plans and sections depicting reinforcing design based on sketches prepared by engineer following example drawings.
- Prepare clear and concise revisions to previously issued construction drawings.
- Coordinate efficient design/resolve conflicts with other disciplines.
- Some knowledge of site grading and erosion & sediment control drawings.
- Tracks schedule and budget during the duration of a project and anticipates manpower overage or underage.
- Tracks project scope changes and initiates change orders to management.
Qualifications:
- Required: High school diploma and post-secondary training preferred.
- Minimum 4-10 years’ experience in design, drafting and modeling.
- Demonstrated capability in successfully completing projects.
- Multiple years’ experience in design, drafting and modeling.
- Oil and Gas experience including refineries and gas processing.
- Proficient in current engineering design and drafting software packages.
- Operational knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs.
- AutoCAD 3D modeling, CADWorx experience.
- Civil design experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D not required but a plus.
Target Salary Range: $42.00 to $50.00/hr Please note that Tetra Tech considers numerous factors in determining pay, including but not limited to education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
Physical Requirements:
- Constantly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
- Constantly use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials, or manipulate objects.
- Light work that includes lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and, occasionally, up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently moving about to accomplish tasks.
- Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
- Requires composure and ability to prioritize and manage several urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a prominent level of competence and accuracy.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
Environmental factors mostly consist of work being conducted in an indoor office environment, but are not limited to extreme temperatures (e.g., cold, heat), fumes, variable weather conditions, outdoor work, and noise due to some travel & work on worksites.
Additional Information:
- Position: Full-time, exempt.
- Work Location: 5620 Ward Rd. Suite 200 Arvada, CO 80002
- This position offers the flexibility to have a hybrid in-office work schedule.
Travel: Less than 15%
Life at Tetra Tech:
- The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
- Organization: 221 LDI
The Opportunity:
LDIS LLC, a Tetra Tech Company, provides integrated engineering and design solutions for the Energy, Renewables, Water Treatment and Life Sciences markets. Our team meets these changing needs by being a trusted partner to each of our clients.
In addition to conventional Oil & Gas facility solutions and designs, our projects include Hydrogen Electrolysis, Ammonia Production Facilities, Renewable Natural Gas Processing, Emissions Reduction Studies, Carbon Capture and Sequestration, wastewater, pharmaceuticals, and much more.
Structural designers perform complex structural designs. They are responsible for drafting computer models based on project needs and creating drawings that are used for final construction plans. Additionally, these designers must follow strict safety standards on their preliminary sketches, adequately take construction materials into account for designs, and meet deadlines.
They prepare structural plans and implement feedback from structural engineers. Previous experience in AutoCAD structural modeling and drawing production is required. CADWorx structure experience a plus. Structural designers must be proficient with AutoCAD, pay strong attention to detail, and be highly organized. Structural designers should have advanced knowledge of industrial methodologies as well.
Your Role
The primary role of a Civil/Structural Designer III is to create 3D CAD models and construction drawings for our client’s projects. Models and drawing details will be created in accordance with sketches prepared by the engineer. Drawings will be created using industry recognized standards for line weight, dimensioning, and views/sections necessary to convey the design. Attention to detail, accuracy, drawing ease of readability are qualities expected from a Civil/Structural Designer.
Job Responsibilities:
- Generates 3D foundation and structural steel models with minimal supervision.
- Working with equipment vendor drawings create workable design.
- Create overall and partial foundation location plans with Northing/Easting coordinates.
- Create concrete foundation plans and sections depicting reinforcing design based on sketches prepared by engineer following example drawings.
- Create structural steel design plans and sections depicting reinforcing design based on sketches prepared by engineer following example drawings.
- Prepare clear and concise revisions to previously issued construction drawings.
- Coordinate efficient design/resolve conflicts with other disciplines.
- Some knowledge of site grading and erosion & sediment control drawings.
- Tracks schedule and budget during the duration of a project and anticipates manpower overage or underage.
- Tracks project scope changes and initiates change orders to management.
Qualifications:
- Required: High school diploma and post-secondary training preferred.
- Minimum 4-10 years’ experience in design, drafting and modeling.
- Demonstrated capability in successfully completing projects.
- Multiple years’ experience in design, drafting and modeling.
- Oil and Gas experience including refineries and gas processing.
- Proficient in current engineering design and drafting software packages.
- Operational knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs.
- AutoCAD 3D modeling, CADWorx experience.
- Civil design experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D not required but a plus.
Target Salary Range: $42.00 to $50.00/hr Please note that Tetra Tech considers numerous factors in determining pay, including but not limited to education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.
Physical Requirements:
- Constantly required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
- Constantly use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials, or manipulate objects.
- Light work that includes lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds and, occasionally, up to 50 pounds.
- Frequently moving about to accomplish tasks.
- Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
- Requires composure and ability to prioritize and manage several urgent tasks and requests simultaneously with a prominent level of competence and accuracy.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors:
Environmental factors mostly consist of work being conducted in an indoor office environment, but are not limited to extreme temperatures (e.g., cold, heat), fumes, variable weather conditions, outdoor work, and noise due to some travel & work on worksites.
Additional Information:
- Position: Full-time, exempt.
- Work Location: 5620 Ward Rd. Suite 200 Arvada, CO 80002
- This position offers the flexibility to have a hybrid in-office work schedule.
Travel: Less than 15%
Life at Tetra Tech:
- The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Tetra Tech offers the following optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long & Short-Term Disability, Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending. Financial Benefits: Group Term Life, Optional Group Term Life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Health Savings Account, 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Time Off with Pay, Employee Assistance Program, Adoption Assistance, Leaves of Absence.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or agencies.
- Organization: 221 LDI
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The qualifications that appear most often in structural designer jobs across Colorado.
- Professional Engineer license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Licensure
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or RISA
- Experience with BIM tools including Revit Structure and AutoCAD
- Familiarity with IBC, ASCE 7, and Colorado-adopted building codes
- Strong written and verbal communication for coordinating with architects and contractors
Structural Designer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a structural designer in Colorado?
You become a structural designer in Colorado by earning a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering, then pursuing licensure through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Most firms hire candidates who are working toward their Professional Engineer credential after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Many Colorado employers also value proficiency in Revit Structure and ETABS alongside your academic preparation.
How much do structural designers make in Colorado?
Structural designers in Colorado earn a median of about $101,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $76,810 for the lowest 10% to over $165,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire structural designers in Colorado?
Colorado structural designer roles are posted by Burns & McDonnell, Kiewit Corporation, and Stantec and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of large engineering consultancies, public-sector agencies, and growing real estate developers means hiring is spread across both metro Denver firms and regional offices serving mountain corridor and Front Range projects.
Which Colorado cities have the most structural designer jobs?
Denver, Lakewood, and Lone Tree have the most structural designer openings in Colorado right now. Denver leads because it anchors the state's largest engineering firms and a sustained wave of commercial and transit infrastructure investment, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins generate consistent demand through military installation projects, university construction, and regional municipal growth.
Are there remote structural designer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because structural design often requires site visits, coordination meetings, and hands-on drawing review. About 50% of structural designer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most flexibility concentrated in the modeling and documentation phases of a project rather than construction administration.
How can I get hired as a structural designer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to Colorado-based engineering consultancies and public agencies that offer structured internship or new-graduate programs, including firms like AECOM and Jacobs that recruit from Colorado State University, CU Boulder, and the Colorado School of Mines. Lateral moves from CAD technician or civil design roles at municipal agencies or contractors can open the door. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early and building a portfolio of Revit Structure or RISA work gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants without it.
Where can I find and apply to structural designer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to structural designer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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