Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

Actalent is seeking a Structural Engineer to join our team. The role focuses on engineering calculations, drawings, and design for steel fabrication and erection. The engineer will develop fabrication drawings, connection details, and bills of materials, and will coordinate closely with fabrication shops, field teams, and engineering staff to ensure accuracy, constructability, and timely delivery of projects. Technical oversight will be provided during fabrication and erection to resolve design and shop issues.

• Perform detailed engineering calculations, drawings, and design for access systems, primarily focused on construction hoist and its run-back platform structures.
• Prepare drawing submittals using AutoCAD, Revit, and Autodesk Advance Steel for fabrication and erection purposes.
• Collaborate with branches and field teams to gather comprehensive project details.
• Work on projects varying in size, from smaller initiatives to larger endeavors involving basic to intermediate design responsibilities.
• Conduct research and assist with tasks such as permit applications and material testing.
• Evaluate and apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Review and approve detailed application drawings to ensure compliance with corporate standards and local regulatory and safety requirements.
• Prepare complete and accurate engineering calculations for various projects independently.
• Provide assistance and feedback to detailers on design issues and develop solutions to complex problems.
• Monitor work schedules to ensure timely completion of work.
• Provide technical support to the sales force and customers.
• Conduct jobsite inspections and occasionally visit construction project sites.

• 0-10 years of Structural Engineering experience.
• Experience with buildings, steel fabrication, or temporary structures.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and structural design.
• Ability to perform and check complex engineering calculations.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Passed or about to take the FE exam.
• Basic understanding of engineering calculators.
• Proficient in utilizing CAD & 3D model skills for drafting projects using Revit.
• Familiar with finite element analysis and structural analysis software.
• Full knowledge of regulations and codes.

The position is based in Carlstadt, NJ, with a hybrid schedule starting at 4 days in-office and 1 day remote, transitioning to 3 days in-office and 2 days remote once the candidate is productive and comfortable. The office houses about 50-60 people, with a fabrication shop next door employing approximately 150 employees. The work primarily takes place in the office with very limited travel or site visits.

Permanent position based out of East Rutherford, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $ - $ per year. Full benefits package can be provided to candidates if needed.

Hybrid position in East Rutherford, NJ.

The position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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