Structural Design Engineer

ITW•Work at Home CO, CO

1d•$30,000 - $52,000

About The Position

This Structural Design Engineer role is essential because it sits at the intersection of engineering precision, construction efficiency, and customer success—directly impacting how safely and effectively buildings are designed and constructed. As a Structural Design Engineer at Alpine, you help translate complex engineering principles into practical, buildable solutions that optimize material use, improve productivity, and ensure structural integrity. By designing and analyzing engineered wood components like trusses within a fast-paced, production-oriented environment, the role enables quicker project turnaround without sacrificing quality or safety. It also supports innovation and standardization across the company, helping customers become more profitable while maintaining compliance with building codes. Ultimately, this position plays a critical role in delivering reliable structures, advancing industry practices, and strengthening partnerships with customers through technical expertise and responsive engineering support.

Requirements

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license (any U.S. state), OR Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with eligibility and intent to obtain PE licensure within a defined timeframe
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline with coursework or experience in statics, structural analysis, and strength of materials
Strong understanding of structural behavior, load paths, and fundamental engineering principles
Ability to interpret construction documents and translate them into structural design solutions

Nice To Haves

Experience with structural design, component systems, or load-bearing assemblies
Familiarity with light-frame wood design or similar structural systems
Familiarity with building codes (IBC/IRC) and structural design standards
Experience working in a fast-paced or production-oriented engineering environment

Responsibilities

Perform structural design and analysis of engineered wood components, including calculating loads, member forces, and connection requirements
Apply sound engineering judgment to develop safe, efficient solutions for standard and moderately complex design scenarios
Review and refine work completed by designers and technicians to ensure accuracy, completeness, and code compliance
Collaborate with senior engineers to resolve complex design challenges and contribute to final design approvals
Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams and customers regarding structural behavior and design assumptions
Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, processes, and documentation while ensuring timely, high-quality project delivery