Junior Engineer

Company Description

Exdem Engineering Services specializes in customized engineering solutions for the evolving challenges of urban construction in New York City. The team brings deep expertise in both historical and modern structures, supporting projects that range from complex renovations to new developments. Exdem focuses on safe and efficient designs for demolition, temporary stabilization, equipment utilization, and rigging. The company collaborates closely with contractors, architects, and owners to solve construction-related challenges with practical, code‑compliant solutions.

This environment offers early‑career engineers exposure to diverse project types and real‑world engineering problem‑solving.

This is a full‑time, remote Junior Engineer role. The Junior Engineer will support senior engineers in preparing calculations, sketches, and design documentation for demolition plans, temporary shoring and bracing, rigging layouts, and equipment utilization on urban construction projects. Daily work includes reviewing architectural and structural drawings, performing basic structural analyses, and assisting with technical reports and method statements. The role involves coordinating with internal team members, responding to emails and requests from clients and contractors, and updating project records and files.

The Junior Engineer will also help with code research, constructability reviews, and the development of standard details and templates under the guidance of more experienced engineers.

• Foundational structural and civil engineering skills, including understanding of loads, stability, and basic analysis methods.
• Proficiency with CAD or similar drafting tools for preparing drawings, details, and markups.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical writing skills to support calculations and project documentation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with remote team members and responding to client inquiries.
• Detail‑oriented work style, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related field (or in progress with near‑term completion).
• Interest in demolition, temporary works, rigging, or urban construction engineering; prior internship or co‑op experience is a plus.
• Eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction; EIT/FE certification or intent to obtain it is preferred.