Contract Engineer Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Structural Engineer

Duration: 3 month contract

Job Description

This Structural Engineer role focuses on steel structures within mining and bulk material handling projects, contributing to complex engineering solutions for a global organization while enjoying the close-knit feel of a small structural group. You will apply advanced structural engineering principles, support international projects, and help drive sustainable productivity in an environment that values collaboration, technical excellence, and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze steel structures for mining and bulk material handling applications, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with relevant standards.
• Perform structural calculations, including sizing of members, connection details, and steel connection design, using appropriate 3D analysis tools such as RISA.
• Develop and review detailed structural drawings and models, coordinating with CAD resources and leveraging tools like Advanced Steel and SolidWorks where appropriate.
• Provide technical input on structural engineering aspects for complex engineering projects, supporting multidisciplinary teams across global operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a small structural group to review designs, resolve engineering challenges, and maintain consistent design quality.
• Participate in project meetings to communicate structural design concepts, constraints, and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of structural engineering practices, tools, and standards to enhance productivity and sustainability.
• Support knowledge sharing within the team, including mentoring interns and early-career engineers as needed, in alignment with the company’s collaborative culture.
• Ensure accurate documentation of calculations, design decisions, and project deliverables for future reference and quality assurance.

Essential Skills

• Professional experience in structural engineering with a focus on steel structures.
• Hands-on experience with 3D structural analysis tools, particularly RISA, including sizing members, defining connection details, and performing steel connection design.
• Ability to interpret and produce structural calculations and design documentation for complex projects.
• Background working on engineering projects, preferably involving mining or bulk material handling structures.
• Proficiency in structural engineering fundamentals, including load paths, stability, and connection behavior.
• Capability to work fully on-site in an office-based environment and collaborate closely with a small structural team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in structural design and analysis.
• Effective communication skills to explain technical concepts and coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CAD tools and 3D modeling software such as Advanced Steel and SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with Revit and general CAD drafting practices, which is beneficial but not required.
• Exposure to projects in mining, bulk material handling, or related heavy industrial sectors.
• Interest in mentoring interns and beginning engineers within a collaborative team environment.
• Motivation to work on international projects and collaborate with colleagues from different regions.
• Commitment to sustainable engineering practices and environmental responsibility in structural design.

Work Environment

This position is fully in-office with no travel requirements, offering a stable and predictable work schedule. You will join a small structural group of approximately four people, providing a close-knit, collaborative atmosphere while supporting complex projects for a global organization. The role involves working with structural analysis and design software such as RISA, Advanced Steel, SolidWorks, and occasionally Revit or CAD tools. The environment emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and the opportunity to contribute to international projects, all within a culture that values sustainable productivity and environmental responsibility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $62.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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