Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural Engineer
Job Description

This role focuses on the analysis, design, and construction of environmental structures, including industrial buildings, pump stations, process basins, and treatment facilities. The Structural Engineer will lead structural design and construction administration for major projects, primarily involving upgrades to wastewater, water, and reclaimed water treatment plants. Most projects will be for a large regional water authority, and the majority of work will be performed from the Southfield office or home with minimal travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and oversee the construction of environmental structures such as industrial buildings, pump stations, process basins, and treatment facilities.
• Lead structural design efforts for major infrastructure projects, with a focus on upgrades to wastewater, water, and reclaimed water treatment plants.
• Perform structural calculations and prepare design documentation for reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and aluminum structures.
• Apply relevant building codes and design standards, including ACI, AISC, and ASCE, to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient structural designs.
• Utilize structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD, to model, analyze, and optimize structural systems.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to integrate structural designs with civil, mechanical, and process engineering requirements.
• Support construction administration activities, including reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information, and evaluating field changes.
• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance for structural design deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting for structural engineering tasks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support continuous improvement of design standards and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural focus.
• 5–10 years of experience in a structural engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and construction of reinforced concrete, reinforced masonry, and/or aluminum structures.
• Strong knowledge of applicable building codes and design standards, including ACI, AISC, and ASCE.
• Proficiency with structural analysis and design software, such as STAAD.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or P.Eng license.
• Solid understanding of structural engineering principles related to environmental and industrial facilities.
• Ability to lead structural design tasks and support construction administration on major projects.

• 7 or more years of structural engineering experience (considered a bonus).
• Active PE license with several years of post-licensure experience (considered a bonus).
• Background in civil engineering with an emphasis on environmental or industrial infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on projects for large public utilities or water authorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

The role is based primarily in a small office environment of approximately 12 team members, offering a close-knit and collaborative atmosphere. Most work is performed from the Southfield office or remotely from home, with minimal travel required to job sites. The position is part of a large national firm with many offices and a diverse range of services, providing strong career growth opportunities. The firm offers straight-time overtime pay even for salaried employees, reflecting a culture that values employee contributions and work-life balance. Work is typically office-based, using modern structural analysis and design software and standard engineering tools to support complex environmental and industrial infrastructure projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Southfield, MI.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

I have client benefits I can provide.

This is a hybrid position in Southfield,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Actalent

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