Entry-Level Structural Engineer, EIT

Entry-Level Structural Engineer, EIT

Apply for the Entry-Level Structural Engineer, EIT role at Salas O'Brien.

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee‑owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, team, and the world. We design lasting solutions for pressing challenges across a variety of industries, including data centers, healthcare, high‑rise buildings, clean energy, education, and more. Our team blends engineering expertise with business, HR, finance, IT, and marketing to deliver integrated services.

Structural Engineers participate in project design from proposal through construction. Projects span food processing, wood products, mining, and other industrial processes. Engineers work closely with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring technical quality and client satisfaction.

• Perform routine technical work in accordance with prescribed techniques and procedures.
• Manage information and data related to projects and project management.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and team members to meet requirements accurately and efficiently.
• Build and maintain healthy, long‑term professional relationships.
• Collaborate on project designs, drawings, and visual aids using standard computations and analysis.

Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including design criteria, calculations, and structural reports. Utilize and interpret design codes such as IBC, AISC, ACI, NDS, and ASCE.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Innovative mindset and collaboration with team members.
• Bachelor’s degree in structural or civil engineering. FE certification preferred.
• No experience outside of an engineering degree required.
• Understanding of structural analysis, load calculations, and finite element analysis.
• Adaptability, initiative, and engineering curiosity.

Pocatello, Idaho

Up to 25%

The expected base salary range for this role is $55,000 – $70,000 USD per year. The role is eligible for performance‑based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S.‑based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.
• Professional development support.

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability‑related needs of applicants as required by law.