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Structural Engineer | Engineer in Training

Department: Engineering
Location: Columbus, OH

At Schaefer, we’re collaborative, hard-working, innovative and passionate in the office and in our communities. We’re looking for creative individuals to join our fast-paced team to work on national public and private projects. Our engineers crave knowledge and cultivate new skills designing diverse structures. We hire individuals that bring their best every day.

Scope of Work

  • Design and detail efficient structures that are code compliant, accurate and high quality
  • Act as the Project Engineer on multiple projects that vary in size and complexity
  • Develop skills in software like RAM Structural System, RAM Elements, RAM Concept, MathCAD, and RISA 3D
  • Manage project cost through effective planning and prioritization
  • Develop strong client relationships

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil or Architectural Engineering, MS preferred
  • Structural engineering experience in building design, including intern or co-op experience is preferred
  • Certified as EIT

Benefits

Benefits are comprehensive, affordable and flexible for each individual’s needs. Beginning on their first day at Schaefer, employees and their eligible families have access to:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Educational and licensure financial assistance
  • Flexible work hours + hybrid work
  • Project and management responsibilities at all experience levels
  • New employee mentoring
  • Design with the latest software and workstation
  • Regular office social events
  • Stock ownership opportunity after 1 year

Working conditions and physical requirements

This work is typically done within an office environment with occasional field work at project + construction sites. When field assignments are required, the working conditions + physical requirements for field staff apply.

  • Normal core working hours will be 9 am – 4 pm but may vary depending on project demands
  • Overtime work may be required based on work deadlines
  • Ability to access + navigate construction sites; may require ability to climb + descend ladders or crawl through openings
  • Some travel may be required for this position: conducting site visits, working out of area, out of state or across the state as driven by project need
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Schaefer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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