Entry Level Structural Engineering Jobs in Westford, MA

2 Burlington Woods Dr, Burlington, MA 01803, USA

Posted Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Pioneer. Protector. Partner. What sets us apart is the world we bring together. You may not know it, but we are all around you. Protecting everyone from patients to people on the move. For over 80 years, we’ve pioneered innovative radiation shielding solutions, with a passion and commitment that’s unparalleled in our industry. And with a record of environmental health and social responsibility that’s second to none. At NELCO, we not only conceive and realize the world’s most advanced shielding projects, we initiate something even more ingenious: Peace of mind.

Position Title: Designer I

Reports To: Director of Engineering

Department/Location: Trapani/ Burlington MA

Approval Date: 2026

FLSA Status: Exempt

Trapani + Associates’ Radiation Shielding Engineering Designer I will primarily be responsible for the drafting of shielding projects for healthcare, research, and industrial applications under the supervision of senior staff members.

This entry-level position offers comprehensive training in radiation shielding design from one of the world’s leading design groups. While no prior radiation shielding experience is necessary, candidates must exhibit a strong desire to learn, acute attention to detail, and solid critical thinking skills.

The standard training period is 1 to 2 years, during which candidates will be introduced to shielding design concepts, implement their training, and progress to managing more challenging project types. Prior experience with building construction is preferred.

• Collaborate with senior team members to produce construction documents for a variety of shielding projects.
• Develop and implement design and construction packages, sketches, and fabrication drawings using standard shielding design procedures, methods, and redlines, based on sketches or concepts provided by others.
• Demonstrate the ability to resolve design challenges and display a high degree of drafting proficiency with strong project organization skills.
• Frequently coordinate, communicate, and problem-solve within the project team to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, either working independently or in collaboration with senior team members.
• Proactively anticipate construction challenges and promptly alert senior staff to any issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Building Technology, Civil Engineering (with structural concentration) or similar coursework in drafting/design is required.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Architecture, Structural or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of building construction techniques and materials, as well as design principles.
• Skilled knowledge of Autodesk REVIT and 2D AutoCAD software for architectural or structural design, rendering, and detailing, emphasizing steel and concrete construction.
• Strong ability to design within projected schedule timelines.
• Proven ability to visualize things three-dimensionally from 2D documents.
• Keen eye for detail in graphics, such as line weights, detail layouts, and grammar.
• Ability to identify and make suggestions for design improvements.
• Working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in construction.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to clearly convey design intent graphically and verbally.
• Strong team player with effective interpersonal skills.

While performing the duties of this job, the individual is frequently required to move about inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operates a computer and other standard office equipment such as copy machines, computer printers, and plotters. The staff member in this position frequently communicates internally and externally; must be able to exchange accurate information via phone, email, and/or in person. Specific vision abilities apply including close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. This position operates in a clerical office setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

NELCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity. Applicants for employment and employees are reviewed on their individual qualifications for a position. Under no circumstances will NELCO discriminate against qualified persons based on race, color, religious creed, retaliation, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, mental illness, genetics, choice of health insurance, marital status, age, veteran status or any other basis prohibited under applicable law.