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Structural Design Engineer

Job description

Graduate Structural Design Engineer
6-12 Month FTC (Will move into a Direct Hire role)
$60,000 - $65,000 + Benefits
Charlottesville, Virginia

Are you a Structural Design Engineer who has recently graduated, looking to take ownership of impactful industrial projects? Your time will be split between hands-on field work and technical design, working with a highly collaborative engineering team.

My client is a well-respected firm who take pride in their supportive approach, and commitment to their employees' development. This company is looking for a Graduate Structural Design engineer to support their growth into industrial facilities, and to help expand the companies Structural and Mechanical Design services.

You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of industrial environments, contribute directly to capital projects, and enjoy the potential to step into a long-term role within a growing firm. This company is a market leading, multi-discipline engineering firm that offers rapid career growth and great incentives for the right candidate.

If you are a recent graduate with a passion for Structural Design, then this is the perfect chance to take your career to the next level.

The Role:

  • Carry out field work at industrial and manufacturing sites, gathering accurate measurements and producing initial sketches.
  • Develop design concepts into detailed structural drawings and construction documents.
  • Deliver practical steel and concrete designs using AutoCAD and REVIT.
  • Work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders on active projects.


The Person:

  • Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; EIT or interest in P.E. licensure is advantageous.
  • Strong CAD skills, particularly AutoCAD and REVIT.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to work independently and represent the company professionally on client sites.


This contract role offers meaningful project variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to convert into a permanent position within a supportive and respected engineering team.

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