Structural Designer

Benesch•East Lansing, MI

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! Structural Designer Join our dynamic Michigan Division within Benesch's thriving Structural team. As a Structural Designer, you will gain practical experience collaborating with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians to deliver high-quality structural design services for bridge and infrastructure projects in Michigan. Your duties will include participating in the design of structural projects, conducting technical analyses of project elements, and developing comprehensive design calculations. Location In office 5 days per week: East Lansing, MI or Novi, MI

Requirements

M.S. in Civil Engineering with structural emphasis, or candidates currently pursuing or planning to pursue a master's degree.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year
0-2 years of bridge design experience or relevant structural engineering internship experience
Understanding of structural engineering principles, building codes, and design standards
Ability to perform structural analysis and design calculations
Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to meet design budgets and schedules

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with MicroStation for developing structural plans and specifications is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis of bridge and infrastructure project elements
Develop load calculations and structural design computations for project components
Prepare organized, detailed structural calculations and technical documentation
Design and draft structural elements, details, and connection designs
Develop plans and specifications using MicroStation software
Prepare complete and reviewable task deliverables that meet quality standards
Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within established project budgets
Work independently under the guidance of Project Managers and Project Engineers
Review and check structural calculations and design work
Participate in coordination meetings with multidisciplinary project teams

Benefits

insurance
retirement plans
wellness programs
Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives.
We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.