Remote Structural Designer; Steel

Join a leading engineering firm as a Structural Designer, specializing in the design, construction, and operation of cutting-edge research and development facilities across various industries, including nuclear, automotive, motorsports, defense, and aerospace. This fully remote role involves developing detailed 2D and 3D structural designs, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, and supporting projects from concept through to construction documentation.

• Develop and maintain detailed 2D drawings and 3D structural models for industrial, commercial, and research facilities.
• Produce structural steel, concrete, and foundation design documentation and fabrication drawings.
• Create construction documents, shop drawings, erection drawings, and as-built drawings.
• Collaborate closely with structural engineers, architects, project managers, and construction teams.
• Utilize BIM and CAD technologies to support project execution and coordination.
• Participate in design reviews, clash detection, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule and quality expectations.
• Assist with field support activities and design modifications as needed.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum of 10 years of structural design experience utilizing both 2D and 3D design platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Advance Steel, and Autodesk Inventor.
• Experience creating detailed structural steel and concrete drawings.
• Strong understanding of structural design principles, construction practices, and drafting standards.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with engineering teams.

• Expert within Revit.
• Proficient in drafting and structural design.
• Experience with BIM and structural steel.

This position offers a remote work environment.

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $41.83 - $45.19/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Nashville, TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 27, 2026.

This is a fully remote position.

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