Structural Engineer

Thornton Tomasetti•Phoenix, AZ

12d

About The Position

Thornton Tomasetti’s Construction Engineering Practice uses structural engineering expertise to support contractors and subcontractors. Its services include contractor support engineering, tower crane and skip hoist engineering, shoring and reshoring design, excavation and earth retention engineering, connection design, erection engineering, value engineering, and structural design for design-build projects. The Structural Engineer contributes to the design of temporary works, steel connections, and construction systems. The role involves small and mid-sized assignments and provides opportunities to develop skills in sequencing, stability, constructability, and erection engineering. The engineer works collaboratively with the team, contractors, and fabricators to develop practical solutions that account for field conditions and construction constraints.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Strong communication skills.
Collaborative mindset.
Eagerness to learn and grow through feedback.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Familiarity with ETABS, SAP2000, Tekla, Revit, or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Apply engineering principles to design temporary structures and construction systems, including shoring, bracing, and lifting plans.
Support analysis and design of structural steel connections, considering connection behavior, detailing, fabrication constraints, and load paths.
Prepare calculations, drawings, and models within a BIM environment.
Collaborate with contractors and fabricators to ensure solutions are practical, efficient, and aligned with field conditions.
Communicate professionally with teammates and project partners while navigating construction challenges.
Develop foundational skills in sequencing, stability, constructability, and erection engineering.
Build an early-career network and learn about Thornton Tomasetti’s culture, values, and services.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and other voluntary benefits may be available depending on employment status.
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and childcare.
Paid time off.
Family leave for new parents.
Volunteer time.
Tuition reimbursement.
Commuter transit benefits where available.
401(k) retirement savings with company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments.
Fitness reimbursement.
Wellness, diversity and inclusion, and employee resource programs and initiatives.