Structural Engineer I

RRC

Structural Engineer I assisting with design tasks and learning project execution in the energy sector at RRC. Opportunity to work in renewable energy landscape.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take directions from senior-level engineers to assist with design related tasks while gaining experience and learning the skills necessary to carry out successful projects.
Review project-related design documents, such as fabrication shop drawings, for completion and errors.
Help model various structures using finite element modeling to be used for design.
Review various design codes to apply the appropriate design standards.
Assist in preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, design packages, and construction documents.
Perform value engineering design analyses to determine the most cost-competitive design.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams to support successful project execution.
Ability to manage detailed project information and prioritize tasks.
Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to analyze and communicate design information.
Project site-visits to inspect construction quality are possible on occasion.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required); Master’s degree preferred.
0 - 3+ years of engineering experience.
Successful completion of the F.E. exam (Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) registration) is required with the goal of pursuing professional licensure once the required experience has been acquired.
Prior experience within the energy industry is preferred but not required.
An interest in reinforced concrete is preferred.
Possess strong oral and writing skills to effectively communicate between project team members and clients.
Ability to manage detailed project information and prioritize tasks.
Interest in using several different structural design codes including IBC, ACI, ASCE 7, AISC, etc.
Well versed in Microsoft Excel and Word.
AutoCAD and/or finite element analysis experience is preferred, but not required. All necessary training will be provided.
Must be willing to travel to project locations for short durations (typically one to two days per trip) around the U.S. at least a few times per year.
Must have the ability to walk on and inspect structural reinforcement.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours to accommodate work-life balance.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k matching
Bonus eligibility
Tuition reimbursement for certain pre-approved education pursuits
RRSP matching (Canada), 401k matching (US)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Engineering CalculationsTechnical ReportsDesign PackagesConstruction DocumentsValue Engineering Design AnalysesDesign CodesReinforced ConcreteProject CoordinationFabrication Shop DrawingsProject Site-Visits

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationTask PrioritizationDetail Management

Certifications

F.E. Exam Completion