Structural Designer

Stantec

Structural Designer working with Stantec's Bridges and Structures Team. Focused on design/analysis roles for bridges, buildings, and marine structures, collaborating with engineering professionals.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeRochelle Park • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $85,400 - $119,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural design calculations and analysis, with a strong foundation in applicable design standards such as AASHTO and IBC. Proficient in preparing technical specifications, contract documents, and conducting bridge inspections.

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Structural Design CalculationsProfessional Engineering LicenseKnowledge of AASHTO StandardsBridge Inspection ReportsContract Document Preparation

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Hard Skills

Structural AnalysisTechnical SpecificationsContract DrawingsRepair DetailsTender Document Preparation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural EngineeringProfessional Engineering License

Industry Keywords

AASHTOIBCACINJDOTNJTAASCEBridge InspectionDesign StandardsContract ManagementIntegrated Design Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparing structural design calculations in accordance with applicable design standards and Agencies (i.e. AASHTO, IBC, ACI, AISC, NJDOT, NJTA & NYSDOT)
Performing structural analysis of new designs and existing structures (bridges, retaining walls, sign structures, culverts, etc.)
Leading and reviewing conceptual design alternatives in order to develop innovative and cost-effective design solutions
Preparing contract documents including, but not limited to, conceptual design alternatives, contract drawings, and specifications
Preparing technical specifications and special provisions
Reviewing contract shop drawings for conformance with contract design
Tender document preparation and contract management
Assistant team leader for biennial bridge inspection projects; writing bridge inspection reports
Preparing repair details
Regular collaboration with colleagues in other offices and different areas of expertise in an integrated design environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

0 - 3+ years of relevant work experience
Bachelor’s degree from recognized university/college specializing in structural engineering required
Professional Engineering license required
Knowledge of IBC, AASHTO, ACI, ASCE, NJDOT, NJTA standards
Good verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work with a design team on assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

access to medical, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health saving accounts
flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
employee stock purchase program
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
short-term/long-term disability plans
emergency travel benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional membership fee coverage
paid family leave
ten paid holidays in each calendar year
accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
eligible for paid sick leave