Design Staff Engineer

Structural Engineer

Orion Engineers, PLLC was founded to make a difference to our employees, clients, and fellow military veterans who bravely served our country. Our team of dynamic and diverse professionals drive creative engineering solutions that are responsive, proactive, and cost effective for our clients and communities. Orion Engineers are looking for a dynamic Structural Engineer with a focus on infrastructure and the transportation industry to join our growing firm.

Reporting to the VP of Structural Engineering, a Staff Engineer will assist our Structural Engineering team in delivering engineering services on existing projects. As a Staff Engineer at Orion Engineers, you will have the opportunity to work with great leaders of the industry on a wide variety of projects in the transportation engineering and develop your technical skills while gaining broad exposure to client service.

• Preparation of design computations, plans, specifications and quantity and cost estimates.
• Conduct bridge inspections and prepare Bridge Condition Reports.
• Use a variety of software and programs for structural analysis and design, and plan preparation.
• Assist on constructability reviews and value engineering reviews.
• Supports the lead on the clients' project delivery goals and supports the project engineer on issues and obstacles which may compromise or influence the achievement of such goals.
• Delivers high quality project documents and files.

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on structural engineering required
• M.S. degree in Civil / Structural Engineering preferred
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T) preferred
• Intern experience in structural engineering required
• 2-5 yrs of work experience in a engineering firm preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team player in a multi-disciplinary environment who can work on and contribute to several projects simultaneously

• Competitive starting salary ranging from $70,000 to $95,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, 401(k) match, health, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, EAP, and more
• Hybrid work environment within a rapidly growing company
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on inclusion and belonging
• Engaging social, wellness, and community service opportunities

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Orion Engineers, we bring precision, innovation, and dedication to every project we deliver. As a veteran-owned firm, we combine technical excellence with a culture of trust, accountability, and collaboration—building infrastructure that strengthens communities and supports growth. From buildings to transportation systems to utility networks, our team partners with clients to deliver practical, reliable, and forward-looking solutions that exceed expectations.

Orion strives for continued excellence as a first in class engineering consulting firm providing solutions for our clients and community (in the infrastructure industry). Together we create trusted partnerships internally and externally by adhering to our core values and working tirelessly towards enduring value for our clients, partners, and society at large.

Orion Engineers, PLLC was founded to make a difference to our employees, to our clients, and our fellow military veterans who bravely served our country. Our team of dynamic and diverse professionals drive transformative engineering solutions that are responsive, proactive, and cost effective for our community.

Our fast-growing company offers tremendous opportunities for professionals looking to join a team of specialists that excel in their field. With some of the best benefits in the industry, you will collaborate on major projects with a team of professionals that are passionate about construction and that care about your success. Let's build something together!

We offer a quick pace and dynamic projects that keep your skills sharp. Your work will span multiple industries and regions throughout the Midwest.

We are a competitive bunch when it comes to continuous improvement. But when it comes to our clients, we work as a team to ensure their objectives are met.

Our staff members are the most important assets we offer our clients, and we hire the best. For that reason, we strive to make Orion Engineers a place where people want to be.