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Structural Engineer
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BW Design Group
Recruiting Lead at BW Design Group
Who You’ll Work With You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables your success and fulfillment.
When you join Design Group as a Structural Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
What You’ll Do
Prepare design and construction documents for new structures and for structural upgrades to existing facilities as part of an integrated multi‑disciplinary A/E team.
Assist the owner or project manager in defining the facility requirements/program for projects in the advanced technologies industry.
Oversee the work of structural engineers and designers.
Analyze and design concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures with an emphasis on seismic design.
Work with the project team to produce structural calculations, calculation checks, drawings, specifications, reports, and other project deliverables.
Analyze existing structures and provide recommendations for strengthening new loads where required.
Develop design sketches into completed working details and drawings based on engineering fundamentals and applicable codes.
Ensure timely deliverables and exceed client expectations.
Guide team performance and provide constructive team feedback.
Conduct field work including handling structural as‑builts, rebuilds, retrofits, construction technical support, and client personnel interaction.
Assist with training and mentoring of junior level engineers and designers.
Recommend and institute corrective design changes.
Analyze configurations of basic project structural components.
Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening relationships with clients and the team.
What You’ll Bring
A minimum of 6 years of experience as a structural engineer.
Experience in the analysis and design of structures with an emphasis on seismic design.
Hands‑on experience with structural engineering software such as ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP, Mathcad, and ENERCALC.
Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT (preferred).
Detailed knowledge of building codes and seismic requirements.
The ability to climb stairs, ladders, and equipment/structures of varying heights.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in written and verbal communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations.
A Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution is required.
Master of Science in structural engineering is highly preferred.
A Professional Engineer License is required.
A Structural Engineering License (preferred).
Our culture and commitment to our people set us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and an unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our entrepreneurial mindset offers a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path.
As a Structural Engineer, PE you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorship, including a First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class engineer and a highly effective leader.
If you’re on the path to becoming a Structural Engineer, PE but you’re not quite there yet, we’d love to connect to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.
The approximate pay range for this position is $120,000–$150,000. The pay range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting; final compensation may vary based on factors such as background, skills, and geographic location.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Portland, OR
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Structural Engineer
role at
BW Design Group
Recruiting Lead at BW Design Group
Who You’ll Work With You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables your success and fulfillment.
When you join Design Group as a Structural Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
What You’ll Do
Prepare design and construction documents for new structures and for structural upgrades to existing facilities as part of an integrated multi‑disciplinary A/E team.
Assist the owner or project manager in defining the facility requirements/program for projects in the advanced technologies industry.
Oversee the work of structural engineers and designers.
Analyze and design concrete, steel, masonry, and timber structures with an emphasis on seismic design.
Work with the project team to produce structural calculations, calculation checks, drawings, specifications, reports, and other project deliverables.
Analyze existing structures and provide recommendations for strengthening new loads where required.
Develop design sketches into completed working details and drawings based on engineering fundamentals and applicable codes.
Ensure timely deliverables and exceed client expectations.
Guide team performance and provide constructive team feedback.
Conduct field work including handling structural as‑builts, rebuilds, retrofits, construction technical support, and client personnel interaction.
Assist with training and mentoring of junior level engineers and designers.
Recommend and institute corrective design changes.
Analyze configurations of basic project structural components.
Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening relationships with clients and the team.
What You’ll Bring
A minimum of 6 years of experience as a structural engineer.
Experience in the analysis and design of structures with an emphasis on seismic design.
Hands‑on experience with structural engineering software such as ETABS, RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP, Mathcad, and ENERCALC.
Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT (preferred).
Detailed knowledge of building codes and seismic requirements.
The ability to climb stairs, ladders, and equipment/structures of varying heights.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in written and verbal communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations.
A Bachelor of Science in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution is required.
Master of Science in structural engineering is highly preferred.
A Professional Engineer License is required.
A Structural Engineering License (preferred).
Our culture and commitment to our people set us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and an unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our entrepreneurial mindset offers a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path.
As a Structural Engineer, PE you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorship, including a First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class engineer and a highly effective leader.
If you’re on the path to becoming a Structural Engineer, PE but you’re not quite there yet, we’d love to connect to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.
The approximate pay range for this position is $120,000–$150,000. The pay range is a good faith estimate at the time of posting; final compensation may vary based on factors such as background, skills, and geographic location.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Portland, OR
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