Mid-level Structural Engineer - Safety

LJB•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

LJB Inc. is hiring a mid-level Structural Engineer for its Safety Practice in the Charlotte, North Carolina office. The role involves analyzing, designing, planning, and creating structural components and systems while leading fall protection design projects for clients. The position supports fall protection solutions in industrial, commercial, and institutional environments, with a focus on practical designs that help protect workers. The engineer will document existing conditions, assess building components that support fall protection systems, develop system layouts, prepare engineering calculations, and assist with construction documents. The role includes coordination with design staff and may involve client communications and meetings. The position requires substantial travel to project locations across the United States, including overnight stays, estimated at 50–75%. The advertised salary range is $106,000–$140,000, based on experience, certifications, and regional market standards. LJB describes opportunities for hands-on project experience, collaboration with experienced structural engineering professionals, and technical growth within its Safety team. LJB is an equal opportunity employer and does not sponsor work visas at this time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil, architectural, or mechanical engineering; a degree with a structural emphasis is preferred.
At least 5 years of engineering experience; experience and knowledge in structural engineering project design are required, while 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.
Understanding or training in OSHA/ANSI fall protection standards.
Ability to pass background checks, drug tests, and motor vehicle record checks.
Ability to traverse worksites in different types of weather and bend, climb, stretch, reach, and lean to perform 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.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Structural emphasis in an engineering degree.
Experience with structural engineering project design and fall protection.
Revit and Bluebeam experience.
Knowledge of industry codes and standards such as OSHA 1910 and ANSI Z359.

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 preparing construction documents.
Coordinate with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
Use Revit and other CAD tools to perform assigned engineering tasks.
May coordinate projects by communicating with clients about project issues and attending meetings.
Maintain technical knowledge through training initiatives, seminars, professional publications, and LJB-provided in-house systems and management training.
Travel to project locations across the United States, including overnight stays as needed; travel is estimated at 50–75%.
Perform other duties as assigned.