Structural Engineer- Entry Level - Sandman Structural Engineers
Moorhead, MN 56560
About the Job
Sandman Structural Engineers (SSE) is seeking an entry level Structural Engineer. As a Structural Engineer at SSE, you are responsible for performing design work on assigned projects with other engineers and technicians to enable the success of our clients and our people.
Core Responsibilities
1. Design and Technical Work – 90%
Ensure clear and comprehensive designs that comply with current technical standards and regulations.
Key Activities:
- Performs design work
- Prepares portions of project documents
- Edits specifications
- Performs research and investigations
- Assists with structural engineering on projects of all sizes
2. Project Management – 5%
Ensure efficiency, profitability, and on-time delivery of projects leading to high levels of client satisfaction.
Key Activities:
- Prepares for and participates in project meetings
- Works on multiple projects concurrently
3. Administration – 5%
Keep projects up to date in Ajera to ensure clients are invoiced accurately and SSE is paid in a timely manner.
Key Activities:
- Ensure documents and emails are filed appropriately
- Accurately record and submit time for each project
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program
- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
- 0-4 years of related experience
- Passion for structural engineering, innovation, and design
- Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and commitment to success of both team members and clients
- Proficient use of the English language, both verbal and written, and adaptable to all audiences
- Physically able to conduct field inspection and testing as assigned
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program
- Internship completed with focus in structural engineering
- Professional Activities: Member of professional organization
- Community Activities: Involved in local outreach activities, university engineering clubs, etc.
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment; field environment; construction site environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions when conducting field inspections and investigations.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position may require extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, and/or walking. Must be able to
frequently move about and position self appropriately to complete role responsibilities. Position may require frequently lifting and/or carrying up to 20 pounds with occasional lifting and/or carrying of up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Sandman Structural Engineers (SSE) is a team of top design and consulting engineers with offices throughout Minnesota in Moorhead, Brainerd, and Maple Grove.
In order to serve our clients’ needs, Sandman Structural Engineers is registered in all 50 states, The District of Columbia, and 5 Canadian Provinces.
We have experience working for projects of every size across North America.
We Innovate - We find or create the most efficient and effective solutions.
We Win Together - Our innovative and quality services are created through our talented people collaborating as a team.
We Make it Right - Providing the highest quality products with honesty, professionalism, and accountability.
