Mid-level Structural Engineer - Safety

LJB•Miamisburg, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

LJB Inc. is hiring a mid-level Structural Engineer for its Safety Practice in the Dayton, Ohio office. The role analyzes, designs, plans, and creates structural components and systems while leading fall protection design projects for clients. The work includes designing practical fall protection solutions for industrial, commercial, and institutional environments, coordinating systems with existing structures, and working alongside experienced structural engineering professionals. The position includes 50–75% travel to U.S.-based locations, with overnight stays depending on project needs. LJB is a national engineering firm founded in 1966, with services spanning civil and structural engineering, geospatial solutions, and safety and environmental consulting. Its Safety Practice addresses fall protection through engineering, procedures, training, and compliance. LJB describes this role as an opportunity to gain hands-on project experience, develop technical expertise, and build a foundation for long-term growth on the Safety team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering; a structural emphasis is preferred.
At least 5 years of engineering experience.
Knowledge and experience in structural engineering project design; fall protection experience is preferred.
CAD experience.
Experience with RAM or other structural analysis software.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
Willingness to travel 50–75%, including overnight stays based on project needs.
Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and MVR checks.
Ability to traverse worksites in different types of weather and to bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean while performing duties.
Ability to meet the weight capacity of fall protection system design parameters, between 130 and 310 pounds.
Understanding of exposure to characteristic construction-site dangers.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Applicants must be able to work without employer-sponsored work visas; LJB currently does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Nice To Haves

Structural emphasis in an engineering degree.
Fall protection design experience.
Revit and Bluebeam experience.
Master’s degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards, including OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359.
Understanding or training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.

Responsibilities

Document existing conditions as needed for additions of fall protection systems, including fixed platforms, fall-arrest anchorages, and horizontal lifelines.
Analyze building components used to support fall protection systems, including structural steel framing, cold-formed steel framing, and cast-in-place concrete.
Develop layouts for fall protection systems that address customer needs and coordinate with existing structures.
Prepare calculations detailing engineering designs.
Assist with preparation of construction documents.
Coordinate with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
Use Revit and other CAD tools to complete assigned engineering tasks.
Communicate with clients about project issues and attend meetings as needed when coordinating projects.
Maintain technical knowledge through training initiatives, including seminars, professional publications, and LJB-provided in-house systems and management training.
Travel to U.S.-based project locations, including overnight stays as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.