AutoCAD Designer - Structural

Overview

RETTEW is looking for an Entry-Level Structural Designer to join our Transportation Team. This is a succession role designed to help you build technical skills in bridge and structural design while learning directly from senior engineers. Over the next 2–3 years, you’ll take on progressively more independent work, preparing you to grow into a key contributor in our structural practice.

Full‑time

Entry level

At RETTEW, we empower our people to act like owners and bring new ideas forward. As a 100% employee‑owned engineering consulting firm, we specialize in planning, design, and engineering services across transportation, land development, environmental, energy, and municipal markets. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and helping each other succeed.

Hybrid schedule – three days a week in‑office.

Berwyn, Lancaster, Lehigh Valley, Mechanicsburg, State College, Williamsport, or Pittsburgh, PA;
Akron/Canton, OH; or Morgantown, WV.

As a Structural Designer, you’ll support the design and drafting of bridges, retaining walls, and related structural features. You’ll work closely with senior staff to develop design details, maintain drawing accuracy, and ensure compliance with codes and client requirements.

• Draft structural drawings (bridges, walls, structural members) using CAD/design software.
• Develop preliminary details, materials, and reinforcement layouts.
• Assist with structural calculation summaries and support documentation.
• Prepare submittals and help respond to agency or client review comments.
• Maintain quality and compliance of drafts with AASHTO and state/local standards.
• Support revisions and updates throughout the design process.
• Participate in internal peer reviews of structural drawing sets.

Required:

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in structural drafting, CADD, or engineering; or equivalent experience.
• Exposure to structural engineering or design (through coursework, internships, or work).
• Basic competence in Open Roads or Civil 3D, with interest in structural‑specific drafting.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to track drawing revisions.
• Strong communication skills with openness to feedback.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with structural codes and standards (AASHTO, state DOTs).
• Interest in learning analysis tools for structural design.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off, 401(k), and wellness programs.
• A culture that values relationships, ownership, and excellence.

RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at  to request assistance.