Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 1966, LJB Inc. is a national engineering firm that provides civil and structural engineering, as well as geospatial, safety and environmental services. Our diverse expertise, client base and geographies have enabled LJB to serve clients in all 50 U.S. states and several countries.

LJB’s structural engineers and designers have earned a reputation as experts in cost-efficient structural design including tilt-up and steel detailing. We are the structural designer of choice for architects, general contractors, and owners throughout North America.

We are looking for 2026 graduates to fill the position of Entry-level Structural Engineer for our Buildings Practice. The structural engineer will analyze, design, plan, and create structural components and structural systems to achieve design goals for LJB clients.

Annual Compensation: $76,000-110,000 based upon experience, certifications, and regional market standards.

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ENTRY-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to complete structural calculations for structural systems including superstructures, foundations, and floor slabs.
• Assists with the preparation of construction documents needed for vertical building structures.
• Coordinates with design staff to ensure accurate document and drawing production.
• Communicates with the team and clients regarding project issues and attends meetings under the direction of a supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining technical knowledge through completion of various training initiatives: attending seminars, reviewing professional publications, attending in-house systems/management training.

Additional Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ability to analyze situations and identify ways to improve efficiency.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly to high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in team settings.
• Occasionally visits work site, monitoring project progress and reports findings.
• Ability to meet all safety requirements if/when visiting a work site.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Open to future growth of their position into a Project Manager role, if desired.

ENTRY-LEVEL STRUCTURAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL CREDENTIALS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or architectural engineering with structural emphasis required.
• The ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) license within four years is desired.

Qualifications:

• CAD experience (Revit and Bluebeam preferred) STRAP or other structural analysis software experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

LJB Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected status under applicable law. If you are a self-starting individual who wishes to join an established team that believes in excellence in the workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: LJB Inc. is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a LJB Inc. employee without a current, fully executed agreement on file. Please direct all communications to the HR team.

Note: At the current time LJB will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Keywords: Structural Engineer, entry-level, Structural engineering, Buildings, Charlotte, NC; Houston, TX; Dayton, OH

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