Structural Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural Engineer

Job Description

The Structural Design Engineer will be an integral part of the Structural Project Team, focusing on the design and development of projects such as commercial buildings, mixed-use spaces, healthcare facilities, and hospitality buildings in the Grand Rapids and West Michigan area. The role involves working with various materials, including wood, concrete, masonry, and steel.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural modeling and create design drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Review shop drawings and submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Participate in on-site assessments to evaluate project sites.
• Produce comprehensive construction documents for new designs, restorations, and building envelope projects.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction activities and ensure quality.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with architects and clients to meet project requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in structural engineering, AutoCAD, structural design, Revit, and structural analysis.
• Experience with steel structures and concrete.
• Strong understanding of CAD, structural steel, and engineering principles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• Passed FE Exam and possess EIT certification.
• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in structural design for commercial, mixed-use, healthcare, schools, or hospitality projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a related field is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is based in a downtown Grand Rapids office with parking available. The role requires a commitment of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Employees enjoy 2 weeks of paid time off and will work collaboratively with a structural team in a small-team setting, promoting a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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