Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer – Heavy Industrial Focus

Location: Lakeland, FL
Status: Immediate Hire

A well-established engineering firm specializing in heavy industrial facilities is seeking a Structural Engineer with strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset. This role involves working on multiple projects simultaneously, interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality structural solutions for industrial clients.

• Perform structural analyses using hand calculations and software tools
• Develop finite element models and interpret FEA results
• Design steel structures and heavy foundations
• Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and vendor documentation
• Conduct field inspections and gather site data
• Lead structural discipline efforts and act as engineer-of-record
• Support proposals and front-end-loading (FEL) studies
• Manage budgets, schedules, and communicate project status

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• PE license highly preferred (or ability to obtain within 6–12 months)
• Minimum 6 years of experience in heavy industrial design
• Expertise in steel, concrete, shallow/deep foundations
• Proficient in STAAD, RISA-3D, AutoCAD;
  Revit is a plus
• Skilled in finite element modeling, dynamic/modal/time history analysis
• Strong understanding of structural codes and standards
• Ability to work independently with limited project data

• Work on complex, high-impact industrial projects
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, process, and piping teams
• Be part of a growing firm with a reputation for “outside-the-box” solutions
• Enjoy a flexible, family-oriented culture with low turnover
• Opportunities for growth as the company expands across the Southeast