Structural Design Engineer

Job Title: Structural Design Engineer

Job Description The Structural Design Engineer plays a key role in delivering detailed structural engineering solutions for heavy industrial facilities. This position focuses on preparing engineering data, performing complex calculations, and contributing to the successful execution of industrial design projects. The role offers exposure to a diverse and exciting workload, opportunities to progress into project management responsibilities, and the chance to influence project outcomes through creative and practical engineering solutions. Responsibilities

- Prepare structural engineering data and information and perform detailed engineering calculations to support design of heavy industrial facilities.
- Serve as Project Lead on select single-discipline projects by estimating work hours, developing scope of work, and making staffing recommendations.
- Review and check structural drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements and applicable standards.
- Assist with field work, including site visits, checking installations, and participating in problem-solving activities to resolve design and construction issues.
- Interact and collaborate with internal departments and multidisciplinary project teams to coordinate structural design with other engineering disciplines.
- Communicate and work with external suppliers and stakeholders to obtain necessary project information and integrate vendor data into the design.
- Manage the scope of project work, address scope and work changes, and adjust project deliverables as required to meet client expectations.
- Complete project tasks within established budgets and scheduled time frames while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
- Use creative and analytical thinking to develop effective structural solutions that meet client needs and project constraints.
- Present project information and design concepts clearly to internal teams and external client audiences.
- Apply structural engineering principles to the design of structural steel and other structural systems in heavy industrial environments.
- Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM tools to model and document structural designs and support coordinated project delivery.

Essential Skills

- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- 510+ years of experience in structural design for heavy industrial facilities.
- Strong experience in structural engineering and structural design, including structural steel.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD for structural drafting and design documentation.
- Ability to model in and learn Revit and BIM integration for structural projects.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products for documentation, analysis, and communication.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail.
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills to support project efficiency.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Desire to obtain a Structural Engineer license.
- Desire to obtain Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
- Experience with industrial project environments and a variety of industrial facility types.
- Interest in career progression through design responsibilities and project management opportunities.

Work Environment The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with three days in the office and two days working from home each week. For candidates who are unable to commute, there is flexibility to work 100% remotely. The position involves working with modern design technologies such as AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM, as well as standard office productivity tools. The work environment supports a diverse and exciting mix of industrial projects and encourages professional growth into broader design and project management responsibilities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Cleveland,OH. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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