Contract Structural Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Are you ready to shape skylines, strengthen infrastructure, and make an impact? At SLR, we're not just designing structures - we're building the future.

We are seeking a motivated entry-level structural engineer to join our team. In this role, you will join our passionate team of senior engineers and project managers to design, analyze, and implement structural systems that meet both state/municipal and private client needs and regulatory standards throughout the US. From high-rise buildings to sustainable infrastructure projects, you'll gain hands-on experience and mentorship from industry leaders who are committed to your success.

We are SLR Consulting (US), a 500+ coast-to-coast team of advisory, environmental/engineering, and regulatory professionals. We deliver environmental and sustainability services to our clients through the integration of over 30 advisory, technical environmental, and engineering disciplines to help clients address some of their most complex challenges around sustainability. We are Making Sustainability Happen.

As our new Structural Engineer, you will play an important role on a team whose work is essential to achieving this goal.

To learn more about our collaborative and growth-oriented team environment at SLR, please visit our Civil & Structural Engineering team website.

Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis and prepare design calculations
• Prepare contract documents, including plans, specifications, and estimates
• Manage small to large scale projects
• Enjoy periodic site visits and inspections as needed
• Design with Purpose: Develop structural details and construction plans using AutoCAD
• Collaborate and Innovate: Participate in meetings with project team members to bring visions to life

Working @ SLR

With us, there is no doubt you'll grow your subject-matter expertise and industry knowledge. We care about investing in our employees for the long-run, and if you ask our team, they'll tell you that's just one of the many benefits of working here. We want to be a place where you can experience career growth and satisfaction for many years.

Here's what else you'll enjoy as part of our team:

• Competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, orthodontia, vision, FSA/HSA, generous PTO accrual, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) retirement account with company matching program, company paid life insurance, short & long term disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $75,000. Final agreed upon compensation will be commensurate with individual education, professional designation, experience, internal parity, and location.
• Full-time, permanent role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Qualifications/Education/Memberships:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 0 to 3 years' experience in the field of Structural Engineering with a focus on site structural including retaining walls, abutments, sheeting, bridges and culverts
• Demonstrated working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Software: STAAD.Pro, STAAD Foundation, Mathcad, Wall Design, AASHTOware, OpenBridge, Enercalc
• Problem solving skills and strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to understand and integrate information to advance projects from origination to implementation to completion
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are at the core of who we are and want to be.
SLR is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / AffirmativeAction Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, civil union status, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or veteran status.
At SLR, we embrace diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within and outside our organization. We respect and celebrate differences and want to ensure that we continuously strive to build a place where everyone feels included and is encouraged to be their authentic self.
We are committed to these values, and our SLR Culture & Diversity Team works to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across our people and talent processes, operations, and client work around the world.If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please contact us at careers-us@slrconsulting.com.