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, Distribution & Wholesale, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like WSP, Stantec, and Builders FirstSource hiring at this level now.
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Perks of Pratt?
- Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
- Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
- 6 Months: PAID vacation days
- 12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave
- 401K Vesting
- Open Door policy
- Schedule Flexibility
Position: Designer (AG)
Location: Salinas CA
Salary Range: $75K-$90K
Summary:
The designer is responsible for the creation of cost-effective, structurally sound packaging and artwork. The role includes designing and redesigning elements for improved cost, performance, and functionality while providing technical support to internal teams (Sales, Production and Customer Service) as well as our clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in packaging design, graphic artistry, and solid understanding of materials and manufacturing processes and proficiency in design tools such as ArtiosCAD, TOPS and both cutting and printing dies. The Designer serves as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders and develops innovative corrugated packaging solutions for agricultural, industrial, retail, and consumer markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design packaging solutions for corrugated boxes and other materials
- Collaborate with Sales to understand client needs and provide customized solutions
- Develop designs based on appearance, functionality, serviceability, materials, production methods and client*retail specifications
- Use ArtiosCAD, TOPS and other software to create detailed designs and prototypes
- Prepare working drawings from sketches, products, machine specifications and designs
- Inspect and construct packaging samples to ensure final product meets requirements
- Present design concepts to clients, either individually or in collaboration with Sales
- Generating Bills of Materials, drawing specifications, pallet layouts, die lines, art cards as well as be able to analyze paper and do standard box testing
- Manage tight deadlines and work outside regular hours to meet client and production needs
- Additional tasks and projects assigned to you from supervisor/manager
- Design and engineer corrugated trays, bins, produce boxes, retail-ready packaging and custom structural packaging.
- Analyze existing packaging designs to reduce material costs, improve performance, optimize pallet utilization and increase manufacturing efficiency.
- Meet with customers and Sales representatives to identify packaging challenges and develop customized solutions.
- Evaluate board grades, flute profiles, compression requirements, ventilation requirements, moisture resistance needs and distribution conditions.
- Work closely with Operations to ensure designs are compatible with plant equipment and profitability objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of 4 years of packaging, preferrable in the AG industry
- Comprehensive knowledge of the design process from concept to production
- Strong understanding of costing system and manufacturing processes to optimize profitability and compatibility with production equipment
- Familiarity with ISTA testing requirements for packaging
- Proficiency with Illustrator, Photshop and 3D design tools is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Team oriented with ability to collaborate across departments
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Positive, can-do attitude with a focus on delving high-quality work
- Familiarity with ArtiosCAD, TOPS, Kongsberg Table, Lansmont Compression Tester and other design tools
- Knowledge of Microsoft and Window Office programs
- Background in graphics, inks, and color concepts is beneficial
- Experience with agricultural and fresh produce packaging preferred.
- Knowledge of corrugated manufacturing processes, flexographic printing, die-cutting equipment, board combinations and flute profiles preferred.
- Knowledge of graphics, inks and color management concepts preferred.
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and vibrations
- Occasional exposure to heights, fumes and airborne particles
- The noise level is usually loud and lifting materials up to 65lbs required
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk and communicate
- Ability to lift and move up to 65lbs and occasionally 100lbs
- Must be able to work in environments with noise, mechanical parts, humidity and other physical demands
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and vibrations
- Occasional exposure to heights, fumes and airborne particles
- The noise level is usually loud and lifting materials up to 65lbs required
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk and communicate
- Ability to lift and move up to 65lbs and occasionally 100lbs
- Must be able to work in environments with noise, mechanical parts, humidity and other physical demands
External & Internal Applicants
Perks of Pratt?
- Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
- Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
- 6 Months: PAID vacation days
- 12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave
- 401K Vesting
- Open Door policy
- Schedule Flexibility
Position: Designer (AG)
Location: Salinas CA
Salary Range: $75K-$90K
Summary:
The designer is responsible for the creation of cost-effective, structurally sound packaging and artwork. The role includes designing and redesigning elements for improved cost, performance, and functionality while providing technical support to internal teams (Sales, Production and Customer Service) as well as our clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in packaging design, graphic artistry, and solid understanding of materials and manufacturing processes and proficiency in design tools such as ArtiosCAD, TOPS and both cutting and printing dies. The Designer serves as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders and develops innovative corrugated packaging solutions for agricultural, industrial, retail, and consumer markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design packaging solutions for corrugated boxes and other materials
- Collaborate with Sales to understand client needs and provide customized solutions
- Develop designs based on appearance, functionality, serviceability, materials, production methods and client*retail specifications
- Use ArtiosCAD, TOPS and other software to create detailed designs and prototypes
- Prepare working drawings from sketches, products, machine specifications and designs
- Inspect and construct packaging samples to ensure final product meets requirements
- Present design concepts to clients, either individually or in collaboration with Sales
- Generating Bills of Materials, drawing specifications, pallet layouts, die lines, art cards as well as be able to analyze paper and do standard box testing
- Manage tight deadlines and work outside regular hours to meet client and production needs
- Additional tasks and projects assigned to you from supervisor/manager
- Design and engineer corrugated trays, bins, produce boxes, retail-ready packaging and custom structural packaging.
- Analyze existing packaging designs to reduce material costs, improve performance, optimize pallet utilization and increase manufacturing efficiency.
- Meet with customers and Sales representatives to identify packaging challenges and develop customized solutions.
- Evaluate board grades, flute profiles, compression requirements, ventilation requirements, moisture resistance needs and distribution conditions.
- Work closely with Operations to ensure designs are compatible with plant equipment and profitability objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Minimum of 4 years of packaging, preferrable in the AG industry
- Comprehensive knowledge of the design process from concept to production
- Strong understanding of costing system and manufacturing processes to optimize profitability and compatibility with production equipment
- Familiarity with ISTA testing requirements for packaging
- Proficiency with Illustrator, Photshop and 3D design tools is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Team oriented with ability to collaborate across departments
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Positive, can-do attitude with a focus on delving high-quality work
- Familiarity with ArtiosCAD, TOPS, Kongsberg Table, Lansmont Compression Tester and other design tools
- Knowledge of Microsoft and Window Office programs
- Background in graphics, inks, and color concepts is beneficial
- Experience with agricultural and fresh produce packaging preferred.
- Knowledge of corrugated manufacturing processes, flexographic printing, die-cutting equipment, board combinations and flute profiles preferred.
- Knowledge of graphics, inks and color management concepts preferred.
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and vibrations
- Occasional exposure to heights, fumes and airborne particles
- The noise level is usually loud and lifting materials up to 65lbs required
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk and communicate
- Ability to lift and move up to 65lbs and occasionally 100lbs
- Must be able to work in environments with noise, mechanical parts, humidity and other physical demands
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet conditions and vibrations
- Occasional exposure to heights, fumes and airborne particles
- The noise level is usually loud and lifting materials up to 65lbs required
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk and communicate
- Ability to lift and move up to 65lbs and occasionally 100lbs
- Must be able to work in environments with noise, mechanical parts, humidity and other physical demands
External & Internal Applicants
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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 WSP, Stantec, and Builders FirstSource, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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 13% of mid level structural designer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 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, Distribution & Wholesale, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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.