Entry Level Structural Engineer Jobs

New grad structural engineer 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 DCI Engineers, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, and Burns & McDonnell hiring at this level now.

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Open roles354+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerDCI Engineers
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type84% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Riverside Health
Advanced Practice Provider for Structural Heart Cardiology - Riverside Cardiology Specialists- Riverside Medical Group - Newport News, Virginia
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Riverside Health
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Advanced Practice Provider for Structural Heart Cardiology - Riverside Cardiology Specialists- Riverside Medical Group - Newport News, Virginia
Riverside Health
Newport News, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
$129k - $170k/yr
Master's degree in nursing
5,001-10,000

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Penn State University
Part-Time Summer Engineering Research Assistant - Structural Monitoring of a 3D-Printed Concrete House
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Penn State University
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Part-Time Summer Engineering Research Assistant - Structural Monitoring of a 3D-Printed Concrete House
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
Embedded Systems Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$20/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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Structural Engineer
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Structural Engineer
CAMPOS EPC
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$75k - $110k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Structural Engineer
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Structural Engineer
Thornton Tomasetti
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$75k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree

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Virginia Department of Transportation
Research Scientist Structural
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Virginia Department of Transportation
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Research Scientist Structural
Virginia Department of Transportation
Charlottesville, Virginia
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Master's degree in civil engineering

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Entry Level Structural Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • DCI Engineers
    DCI Engineers17
  • Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
    Simpson Gumpertz & Heger13
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell12
  • Jedson Engineering
    Jedson Engineering12
  • Thornton Tomasetti
    Thornton Tomasetti12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services208
  • Construction & Real Estate62
  • Energy23
  • Manufacturing23
  • Technology & Software16

Entry Level Structural Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level structural engineer job?

Entry level structural engineer employers look for a relevant degree in civil or structural engineering, proficiency in software like AutoCAD or SAP2000, and demonstrated project work. Internship experience, a portfolio showing load analysis or design work, and familiarity with building codes give candidates a clear edge. Targeting firms that explicitly list zero to two years of experience as acceptable keeps your applications focused on roles built for this stage.

Which companies hire entry level structural engineers?

Companies hiring entry level structural engineers right now include DCI Engineers, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Engineering consultancies, construction firms, and government infrastructure agencies are among the most consistent employers at this level, as they run structured graduate programs and take on new talent year-round.

Are there remote entry level structural engineer jobs?

Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or hybrid given the hands-on nature of structural work. About 16% of entry level structural engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so options exist for candidates who need flexibility, particularly in design-focused or documentation-heavy roles where site presence is less critical.

Are these new grad structural engineer jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior structural engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op placements toward the requirement, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of full-time history. Filtering for those criteria keeps your search focused on roles open to candidates entering the field for the first time.

Which industries hire the most entry level structural engineers?

Entry Level structural engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they involve ongoing infrastructure projects, new construction cycles, or regulatory requirements that create steady demand for junior engineers who can support senior staff and grow into independent contributors.