Structural Designer
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Job Summary
Simply Put A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing multi-disciplined planning engineering and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team youll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and likewise contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they dont meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you dont be so hard on yourselfapply for the job!
Structural Designer
Join our dynamic Michigan Division within Beneschs thriving Structural team. As a Structural Designer you will gain practical experience collaborating with Project Managers Engineers and Technicians to deliver high-quality structural design services for bridge and infrastructure projects in Michigan. Your duties will include participating in the design of structural projects conducting technical analyses of project elements and developing comprehensive design calculations.
Location
In office 5 days per week: East Lansing MI or Novi MI
The Impact You Will Have
- Perform structural analysis of bridge and infrastructure project elements
- Develop load calculations and structural design computations for project components
- Prepare organized detailed structural calculations and technical documentation
- Design and draft structural elements details and connection designs
- Develop plans and specifications using MicroStation software
- Prepare complete and reviewable task deliverables that meet quality standards
- Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within established project budgets
- Work independently under the guidance of Project Managers and Project Engineers
- Review and check structural calculations and design work
- Participate in coordination meetings with multidisciplinary project teams
What We Are Looking For
- M.S. in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis or candidates currently pursuing or planning to pursue a masters degree.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year
- 0-2 years of bridge design experience or relevant structural engineering internship experience
- Proficiency with MicroStation for developing structural plans and specifications is preferred but not required.
- Understanding of structural engineering principles building codes and design standards
- Ability to perform structural analysis and design calculations
- Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to meet design budgets and schedules
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Why Benesch
Its simple. We invest in our people not just our projects.
- Career growth thats real with leadership development training and clear paths forward
- Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees
- Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life
- Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees
- Support beyond work through mentorship hands-on experience and opportunities to make an impact from day one
Whether youre starting your career or bringing years of experience youll have the support and exposure to grow here.
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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Benesch we believe great work starts with great people and that means creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups including veterans and individuals with disabilities or other status protected by federal state and local laws.
Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.
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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
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About Company
Value Focused. Community Minded. Quality Driven. For more than 75 years, Benesch has been creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference for communities and infrastructure across the country.
