Junior Designer - Structural Engineering

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At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities, and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

• Ideas:
  We believe in a meritocracy of ideas and encourage everyone to contribute.
• Knowledge:
  We value lifelong learning and passion for developing new skills.
• Product:
  We strive for excellence in concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
• Individual:
  We value professionalism and personal integrity, supporting each individual’s growth.
• Team:
  We foster interdisciplinary integration and a positive, collaborative culture.
• Firm:
  We innovate and bring new approaches to our work, contributing to the profession and communities.

• Assist in the preparation of solutions to general and engineering problems.
• Check and coordinate details and dimensions under supervision.
• Perform structural analysis and design under supervision.
• Assist in preparation of design and construction documents.
• Provide independent general drafting work related to specific project areas.
• Review shop drawings and product submittals for general conformance with structural engineering documents.
• Handle a reasonable workload to meet project tasks, deadlines, and commitments under regular direction from the supervisor.
• Generate ideas under direction relative to tasks for review and selection by others.

• Recent completion of B.S. in Civil Engineering or
  
  B.Eng.;
  Master’s degree in Structural Engineering a plus.
• Strong collaborative ability.
• Limited experience in structural analysis, drafting, and design development.
• General knowledge of materials, detailing, and construction techniques related to structural engineering principles and codes.
• Initiative, problem‑solving skill, and high attention to precision and accuracy at a task‑specific level.
• Ability to follow instructions on deliverable timelines, seek guidance when needed, and escalate appropriately.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Basic knowledge of computational and FEM tools used in project design.

• Health and Wellness:
  Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.
• Savings: 401(k) matching, pre‑tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs.
• Work/Life Balance:
  Hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program.
• Professional Development:
  Reimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, exam fees, and in‑house career development.

Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $65,000 to $70,000.

We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities. We are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and have a DEI Action Plan to bring meaningful change.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. (SOM's employment policy: )

Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions. Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks for your resume or CV.

Entry level

Full‑time

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