Structural Design Engineer (Entry Level)

Position Overview

Participate as a team member in the technical development of schematic, design development, construction documents, specifications and construction administration for institutional and commercial building projects. Thorson Baker + Associates, Inc. is a mid-size multi-discipline consulting engineering firm specializing in institutional and commercial building design throughout the United States and Puerto Rico where we help build the future. Join TBA and help us build the places where we live, learn and work in communities nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural design of foundations, floors, roof, and lateral resistance system for various building types in retail and commercial buildings.
• Prepare calculations and well-coordinated, technically sound construction documents that are cost effective, efficient and constructible.
• Communicate and coordinate with architects, owners, other engineering disciplines, vendors, building officials, and consultants throughout the design phases.
• Meet client schedules and internal design and construction administration time budgets.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, and owners during the construction phase.
• Travel nationally for pre-design site visits, design meetings, and construction phase site observations and prepare detailed technical narrative reports.

Flexible Starting Time: 8 hours Mon-Friday; 8.5 hours Mon-Thursday with 6-hour Fridays; or 9 hours Mon-Thursday with 4-hour Fridays.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil (Structural) Engineering.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
• FE/EIT is a plus.
• Ability to engage positively and productively in meetings with clients, owners, and contractors.
• Strong work ethic and efficiency in job duties.
• Willingness to work extra hours above 40 per week as required to meet project deadlines and client demands.

Benefits & Perks

• 401K and 401K Matching
• Free vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account
• Life insurance and paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Company Culture Includes:

• Memorable and unique social events, including monthly catered birthday lunches, Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas parties and employee appreciation treats.
• Indoor Winter Sport Olympics, Outdoor Summer Games, and biannual company golf outings.
• Multiple potluck lunches and holiday cook-offs throughout the year.
• Exercise facilities with locker rooms, showers, and free weekly group workouts including personal trainer led sessions and yoga.
• Work from home flexibility and a strong emphasis on work–life balance.