Mid Level Structural Engineer Jobs
Mid level structural engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, coordinate with architects and contractors, and deliver designs with limited day-to-day oversight. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Jobot, Arcadis, and HDR hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Structural Engineer
Location: Wakefield, MA
Experience: 3–5 years
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking a Structural Engineer with 3–5 years of experience to support the design, analysis, evaluation, and delivery of structural engineering projects. The engineer will work on a variety of projects, potentially including buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, and other structures. The role requires strong technical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with architects, construction professionals, and other engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop structural plans and designs for buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, and other structures.
- Perform structural analysis considering applicable loads and environmental factors, including wind, seismic activity, and snow.
- Evaluate structural systems and materials to ensure safety, stability, and performance.
- Prepare detailed structural calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
Code Compliance
Ensure structural designs comply with applicable local, state, and international building codes and safety regulations.
- Apply relevant standards and codes, including:
- AASHTO
- ACI
- AISC
- IBC
- Interpret and apply engineering standards throughout the design process.
Software & Modeling
- Use CAD, BIM, and structural engineering software for design and documentation.
- Develop structural models and drawings using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit.
- Utilize structural analysis and modeling software to evaluate loads and verify structural performance.
Collaboration & Project Support
Work closely with architects, construction managers, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Coordinate structural solutions with architectural, functional, and construction requirements.
- Prepare technical specifications, bid documents, engineering reports, and other project documentation.
- Review contractor submittals and provide technical guidance during construction.
- Support project planning, execution, and coordination activities.
Inspection & Structural Evaluation
- Evaluate existing structures for safety, condition, and code compliance.
- Identify structural deficiencies and potential risks.
- Recommend appropriate repairs, modifications, or upgrades.
- Support ongoing structural maintenance and compliance efforts.
Feasibility & Risk Assessment
- Conduct structural feasibility studies.
- Assess potential structural risks and design constraints.
- Provide engineering recommendations to support project planning and decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–5 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Experience with structural design and analysis. Knowledge of structural materials including:
- Steel
- Reinforced concrete
- Masonry
- Working knowledge of applicable structural codes and standards.
- Proficiency with structural engineering software and modeling tools.
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Experience Level
At the 3–5 year level, the engineer is expected to independently manage significant design responsibilities and contribute to medium-to-large projects.
- Independently handling assigned structural design elements.
- Preparing detailed structural designs and calculations.
- Supporting project planning and execution.
- Providing technical oversight of drafting and design activities.
- Coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Working under the guidance of senior engineers while progressively taking on greater project responsibility.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in structural engineering software and modeling tools.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in engineering calculations.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong collaboration and coordination abilities.
- Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational and project-support skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience with the following is desirable:
- Building structural design
- Bridge engineering
- Industrial facilities
- Structural inspections and evaluations
- Structural rehabilitation and upgrades
- Steel and reinforced concrete design
- AASHTO, ACI, AISC, and IBC standards
- CAD/BIM-based structural documentation
- Construction administration and contractor coordination
Job Title: Structural Engineer
Location: Wakefield, MA
Experience: 3–5 years
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking a Structural Engineer with 3–5 years of experience to support the design, analysis, evaluation, and delivery of structural engineering projects. The engineer will work on a variety of projects, potentially including buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, and other structures. The role requires strong technical capabilities, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with architects, construction professionals, and other engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop structural plans and designs for buildings, bridges, industrial facilities, and other structures.
- Perform structural analysis considering applicable loads and environmental factors, including wind, seismic activity, and snow.
- Evaluate structural systems and materials to ensure safety, stability, and performance.
- Prepare detailed structural calculations, drawings, and technical documentation.
Code Compliance
Ensure structural designs comply with applicable local, state, and international building codes and safety regulations.
- Apply relevant standards and codes, including:
- AASHTO
- ACI
- AISC
- IBC
- Interpret and apply engineering standards throughout the design process.
Software & Modeling
- Use CAD, BIM, and structural engineering software for design and documentation.
- Develop structural models and drawings using tools such as AutoCAD and Revit.
- Utilize structural analysis and modeling software to evaluate loads and verify structural performance.
Collaboration & Project Support
Work closely with architects, construction managers, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Coordinate structural solutions with architectural, functional, and construction requirements.
- Prepare technical specifications, bid documents, engineering reports, and other project documentation.
- Review contractor submittals and provide technical guidance during construction.
- Support project planning, execution, and coordination activities.
Inspection & Structural Evaluation
- Evaluate existing structures for safety, condition, and code compliance.
- Identify structural deficiencies and potential risks.
- Recommend appropriate repairs, modifications, or upgrades.
- Support ongoing structural maintenance and compliance efforts.
Feasibility & Risk Assessment
- Conduct structural feasibility studies.
- Assess potential structural risks and design constraints.
- Provide engineering recommendations to support project planning and decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–5 years of relevant structural engineering experience.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Experience with structural design and analysis. Knowledge of structural materials including:
- Steel
- Reinforced concrete
- Masonry
- Working knowledge of applicable structural codes and standards.
- Proficiency with structural engineering software and modeling tools.
- Experience with AutoCAD and/or Revit.
Experience Level
At the 3–5 year level, the engineer is expected to independently manage significant design responsibilities and contribute to medium-to-large projects.
- Independently handling assigned structural design elements.
- Preparing detailed structural designs and calculations.
- Supporting project planning and execution.
- Providing technical oversight of drafting and design activities.
- Coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
- Working under the guidance of senior engineers while progressively taking on greater project responsibility.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in structural engineering software and modeling tools.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in engineering calculations.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong collaboration and coordination abilities.
- Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational and project-support skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience with the following is desirable:
- Building structural design
- Bridge engineering
- Industrial facilities
- Structural inspections and evaluations
- Structural rehabilitation and upgrades
- Steel and reinforced concrete design
- AASHTO, ACI, AISC, and IBC standards
- CAD/BIM-based structural documentation
- Construction administration and contractor coordination
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Mid Level Structural Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level structural engineer job?
Position your existing experience around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you led analysis, produced stamped drawings, or coordinated directly with clients or contractors. Tailor your resume to show depth in a structural system or material type, and be ready to discuss how you handled design decisions when senior engineers were not in the room. Certifications like a PE license signal readiness for this tier.
Which companies hire mid level structural engineers?
Companies hiring mid level structural engineers right now include Jobot, Arcadis, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large engineering and consulting firms, regional AEC practices, and infrastructure-focused contractors who need engineers capable of running project deliverables with limited supervision.
Are there remote mid level structural engineer jobs?
Yes, though most structural roles still require some site presence or office coordination. About 28% of mid level structural engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated in roles focused on design, analysis, and documentation rather than field inspection or construction administration. Searching by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you filter to those openings directly.
How do I move up to a mid level structural engineer role?
The move from entry level to mid level is built on accumulated ownership, not just time served. Engineers who reach this tier typically have taken full responsibility for at least one project phase, developed proficiency in a structural system such as steel, concrete, or timber, and demonstrated they can manage deliverables and client communication without step-by-step direction. Pursuing your PE license and documenting measurable project outcomes accelerates that progression significantly.
Which industries hire the most mid level structural engineers?
Mid Level structural engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they involve complex, regulated built environments where experienced engineers who can own analysis and design deliverables are needed at the project level, not just in a support capacity.