Structural Engineer

Nucor Corporation

Structural Design Engineer at Nucor designing innovative metal building systems. Responsible for ensuring project quality and performance while collaborating with various teams.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $113,747 - $138,256 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop safe and economical structures that fulfill project requirements while adhering to industry codes and standards.
Utilize proprietary software for frame, secondary, bracing, crane, mezzanine, and panel analysis to ensure structural integrity and performance.
Work closely with the Detailing Department and other team members to communicate design requirements effectively.
Review and check structural drawings for accuracy.
Embrace opportunities to grow and develop as an engineer, collaborating with various teams throughout the division.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering/Architectural Engineering from an ABET Accredited school.
Proficient verbal and written communication in the English language.
Strong knowledge of structural building codes: IBC, AISC 360, AISC 341, AISC 358, ASCE7, AISI, etc.
Structural Engineer (S.E.) registration in the United States with the ability to be licensed in Illinois.
Resides within the continental United States, availability as followed: Minimum 8 consecutive hours Available from 9 am to 3 pm CST
Ability to travel to home division or job sites as needed. (<10% travel)
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US (Nucor will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
401K and Roth accounts
Profit sharing
Pay-for-performance bonuses
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Stock program
Scholarships and more

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Hard Skills & Tools

structural analysisstructural designframe analysisbracing analysismezzanine analysispanel analysisstructural drawing reviewknowledge of building codesproficient in English communication

Soft Skills

effective communicationcollaborationteamworkopenness to growth

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Civil EngineeringStructural Engineer (S.E.) registration