Structural Engineer Jobs in Michigan
Structural engineer jobs in Michigan are consistently active, concentrated in transportation infrastructure, automotive manufacturing facilities, and commercial construction, with openings at every level from junior designer through senior project engineer. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, with established firms like AECOM, Parsons, and SmithGroup maintaining deep Michigan footprints. The most in-demand specialties are bridge and highway structures, industrial facility design, and seismic or foundation engineering tied to large-scale redevelopment projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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In this role, you will provide forensic engineering, restoration, and building repair consulting services while managing your own projects and client relationships. You will lead investigations, analyze structural and waterproofing deficiencies, and develop repair recommendations for a variety of structures, including high-rises, historical buildings, parking structures, plazas, tunnels, and bridges. You will be involved throughout all phases of a project, including forensic investigations, condition assessments, repair design, budgeting, and construction administration.
Qualified candidates will have experience in forensic engineering, structural restoration, building repair, or related consulting fields, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, self-directed, collaborative, and able to build relationships with clients and project teams.
- Perform investigations, surveys, and testing of existing buildings to identify and diagnose deficiencies contributing to damage or deterioration.-Critically analyze plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by others.
- Assist with developing project proposals and reviewing agreements.
- Participating in quality control process.
- Monitor progress of projects, adherence to project requirements, and closely track budget and procedural standards.
- Perform or review condition appraisals, develop repair schemes, and provide repair recommendations.
- Complete and maintain all project documentation in project management software.
- Manage multiple projects.-Maintain, market, and promote restoration and forensic engineering consulting services to new and existing clients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, Architecture, or similar.
Other Requirements:
- Professional license in architecture, structural engineering preferred or actively pursuing licensure
- 5+ years of experience preferred in forensic engineering, structural restoration, building repair, or related consulting fields.
- Strong writing, communication, and team skills.
- Experience in developing and maintaining client relationships.
- Ability to travel to project sites.
We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:
Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
Mental wellness benefits
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
529 college savings plan
A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
Paid community involvement hours
Tuition and licensure reimbursement and sponsorship of professional memberships
Internal conferences and professional development opportunities
Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
Why Walker Consultants?
Walker offers various comprehensive services spanning structural integrity and building performance, encompassing forensic investigations, building envelope analysis, and restoration. Our forensic specialists excel in pinpointing the underlying causes of intricate issues, be it structural complexities, architectural hurdles, or building envelope uncertainties. Leveraging thorough investigations, meticulous assessments, and advanced analyses, we deliver enduring solutions.
The building envelope's significance transcends protection; it profoundly influences energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic allure. Our building envelope experts ensure continuity, durability, and performance, maintaining project integrity from inception to a structure's lengthy service life. With a broad geographic footprint across the United States, Walker's extensive presence allows swift responses to local demands while harnessing the proficiency of our adept designers and practitioners.
We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
NOTICE TO 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS:
Any candidate information, including resumes, submitted to Walker Consultants or to any of our employees without a fully executed agreement will be considered unsolicited and non-confidential. Walker Consultants reserves the right to review and pursue such candidates independently, and no placement fees or other compensation will be owed to the submitting party. Candidates submitted in this manner will be treated as direct applicants. Submission of candidate information to Waller Consultants constitutes acceptance of this policy. External recruiters interested in working with Walker Consultants may contact Lindsey Eggerding at leggerding@walkerconsultants.com.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in structural engineer jobs across Michigan.
- Michigan Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
- Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as RISA, SAP2000, or ETABS
- Experience with AASHTO, AISC, and ACI design codes relevant to Michigan project types
- EIT certification and progress toward PE licensure for entry-level and mid-level candidates
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit for structural drawing production
Structural Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a structural engineer in Michigan?
Becoming a structural engineer in Michigan requires earning a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer in Training, gaining qualifying experience under a licensed engineer, and then passing the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs oversees PE licensure, which is required to stamp structural drawings and lead projects independently in the state.
Which companies hire structural engineers in Michigan?
Employers hiring structural engineers in Michigan right now include OHM Advisors, Ghafari, and Tetra Tech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's mix of transportation agencies, automotive campus expansions, and urban redevelopment projects keeps demand broad across both large engineering firms and specialty structural consultancies headquartered in the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most structural engineer jobs?
Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids have the most structural engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit drives the largest share through its ongoing bridge and highway programs, major auto plant upgrades, and downtown commercial construction, while Grand Rapids benefits from steady industrial and healthcare facility growth, and Lansing's concentration of state government infrastructure work and Michigan State University capital projects keeps it consistently active.
Are there remote structural engineer jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Structural engineering is inherently site-dependent, with most roles requiring in-person coordination, field observation, and stamped deliverables. About 61% of structural engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making fully remote positions uncommon. The portions of the work most suited to remote arrangements are preliminary design, load calculations, and report writing, rather than construction administration or site inspections.
How can I get hired as a structural engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to large Michigan engineering firms that run formal new-graduate development programs, including AECOM, Parsons, and SmithGroup, all of which hire EITs and rotate them through project types. Entry-level titles like junior structural engineer, structural designer, or structural analyst give candidates without PE licensure a foot in the door, and a strong senior capstone project or portfolio of academic designs strengthens applications considerably. Community colleges and Michigan universities with ABET programs often have direct employer recruiting pipelines worth using early.
Where can I find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to structural engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to each one. No account or profile is needed to search and apply.
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