Junior Structural Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Structural Engineer with a passion for forensic engineering and two years of experience in the field. This role involves drafting and designing structural projects, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with a team to support legal actions on faulty construction. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills and have a degree in Structural Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites across New Jersey.
• Work under the direction of a Project Manager to inspect beams, draw sketches, and create drawings.
• Conduct site surveys and inspections; participate in site walkthroughs with Project Engineers and Inspectors to determine drafting requirements.
• Write detailed reports on site findings.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop repair plans and specifications.
• Work alongside Professional Engineers and Licensed Architects to build cases against contractors.
• Use AutoCAD to draft and design drawings for future construction repairs.
• Utilize Bluebeam for data entry.
• Navigate and operate CAD software effectively.

• Degree in Structural Engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to draft and design structural projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Experience in site analysis report writing.
• Background in building-related engineering.
• Ability to communicate independently with clients.
• Experience in insurance claims, site investigation, and root cause analysis.

The work environment is in a modern design studio featuring the latest versions of Revit and AutoCAD. The culture is relaxed yet professional, promoting teamwork and accountability.

The firm offers a low turnover rate, and leisure activities such as Xbox, ping pong, and Friday BBQs are common. Office hours are 8-5, with some evening meetings required for senior engineers. Employees receive a laptop and cellphone, with optional work-from-home days and flexibility encouraged. The role involves traveling to various job sites in New Jersey, including Hudson County, Secaucus, Princeton/Plainsboro, and Long Branch/Asbury Park.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.86/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Clinton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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