Structural Designer

Job Title

Structural Designer

Job Type

Full-Time

Location

Harrisburg - Harrisburg, PA 17110 US (Primary)
Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA 15205 US

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

McCormick Taylor is seeking an entry level Structural/Bridge Designer (Structural Designer I) to join our team in our Harrisburg, PA and Pittsburgh, PA offices. The primary duties of the Structural Designer I are to serve in a technical role under the direction of a professional engineer for development of urban and rural highway/transportation projects with structural elements such as bridges, box culverts, retaining walls, and moment slabs. The position will provide a great opportunity to work on small, medium, and high-profile design projects in Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic region.

• Perform structural engineering calculations
• Evaluate and comprehend project plans and design criteria associated with transportation projects
• Assist in develop of plans, details, and specifications for structural design projects
• Become proficient at fundamentals of engineering processes and to apply them successfully on transportation related projects
• Become proficient at clearly conveying design intent through engineering drawings and specifications
• Work will be in a hybrid in-office/work-from-home environment, with some field work and travel required
• Opportunity to engage in bridge inspection and obtain bridge inspection certification

Job Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering required
• 0-3 years of experience in the design of structural, civil engineering and transportation projects desired
• Have already taken and passed FE/EIT preferred
• Basic proficiency with MicroStation or similar CADD platform
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Able to work in a design team environment
• Have a good understanding of basic engineering principles and apply them in your daily tasks
• Can learn and apply new skills quickly and efficiently with retention.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills

Soft Skills:

• Flexible and willing to learn and grow in different directions
• Adaptable and able to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Strong work ethic
• Enjoys challenging work

We value your interest in our organization! At McCormick Taylor, our people are our greatest asset. If you join us, we hope for the opportunity to grow and succeed together. We offer an unparalleled, comprehensive benefits package-including no-deductible medical plans, free vision and dental plans, and programs to enhance work-life balance.

McCormick Taylor has also invested in an employee-centric company culture, resulting in an environment that feels like family. This culture fosters open communication, better relationships amongst employees, and more collaborative work environments. We strive to be a workplace where everyone counts, everyone has a voice, and everyone gets the most out of their career.