Mid Level Structural Designer Jobs
Mid level structural designer jobs go to designers ready to own projects end to end, coordinate across engineering and architecture teams, and make technical decisions with limited oversight. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like Garver, Kiewit Corporation, and VHB hiring at this level now.
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Job Description: Detail-oriented, reliable, creative team-player to assist engineers in field evaluations of industrial structures, develop BIM 3D and 2D AutoCAD drawings of engineered sketches.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Field evaluation and measurements of existing structures to develop repair drawings
- Develop detailed structural drawings of steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
- Lead in the development of design portions of evaluation reports
- Review drawings produced by others
- Drive the development of business applications for emerging technologies
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: 2-year technical degree
- Experience: Min Yr = 4+
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with 2D AutoCAD, BIM 3D Modelling (CADWorx, S3D, E3D, etc.), exposure to Bluebeam, Advanced Steel preferred, Microsoft Office experience is required, and Advanced REVIT experience is required
- Management: No management experience required
- Other Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional Development Opportunities:
- Improve field evaluation and measurement skills, leading to field work autonomy
- Improve understanding of structural design codes (Concrete, Steel, AWS)
- Learn new programs such as 3D PDF, Navisworks, Point Clouds
- Learn quality assurance techniques of drawing/report reviews
Individual field assignments typically have their own unique requirements. Prior to deployment on any field assignment, you must be able to meet all client-specific site requirements. Should you be unable or unwilling to meet assignment-specific requirements, your continued employment would then be subject to the availability of other assignments whose requirements can be met. These unique requirements may include:
- You must possess physical mobility (on the ground and at heights).
- You may be required to pick up, lift, carry, and move up to 50 lbs.
- You may be required to work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, and may occasionally work off platforms/scaffolding/ladders using the appropriate and required fall protection.
- You must be able to work in all weather conditions (including heat, rain, cold, and wind) while wearing the appropriate PPE. This may include, but not be limited to, a hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, earplugs, masks/respirators, hi-vis safety vests, leather gloves, and leather, steel-toed work boots.
- You may be required to position yourself to work in confined spaces
- You may be required to adhere to a client’s random drug testing program prior to entering their site.
- You may be required to meet a client’s facial hair safety policy prior to entering their site.
Pay Range: $30.00/hour - $50.00/hour
The above pay range represents a general guideline; however, Brindley considers several factors when determining base salary that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, certifications, specific work location, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans in addition to base pay to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
In addition, BE provides a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer matching, company paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid time off (PTO). Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
Brindley Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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Mid Level Structural Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level structural designer job?
Position yourself around project ownership rather than task completion. Highlight work where you led a structural system from schematic through construction documents, coordinated with other disciplines, and resolved design challenges independently. Strong applications show proficiency in current analysis and detailing software, familiarity with relevant building codes, and at least one project you can speak to in depth from start to finish.
Which companies hire mid level structural designers?
Companies hiring mid level structural designers right now include Garver, Kiewit Corporation, and VHB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of mid-size structural and multidiscipline engineering firms, large infrastructure consultancies, and in-house design teams at developers and general contractors.
Are there remote mid level structural designer jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are less common in this field than in software. About 26% of mid level structural designer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more typical given coordination requirements with project teams, site visits, and client meetings that benefit from in-person presence.
How do I move up to a mid level structural designer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on progressively deeper ownership. Early-career designers grow by moving from drafting and detailing under supervision to independently developing structural systems, running load calculations, and managing client-facing deliverables. Demonstrating measurable impact on a project, earning a professional engineering license or progress toward one, and mentoring newer team members each signal readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level structural designers?
Mid Level structural designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they require complex structural analysis, code-compliant documentation, and coordination across large project teams where mid level designers carry meaningful day-to-day responsibility.