Structural Engineer Jobs in Wayne, NJ (NOW HIRING)

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Your Role
As a Structural Engineer in our Restoration & Renewal Practice, you will apply engineering principals to assess existing structures and participate in designing innovative solutions for needed repairs, expansions, renovations and/or adaptive reuse. Projects will span the Metro NY area, providing the opportunity to work on diverse structures of varying types, sizes and ages across the region. With support from your manager and team, you will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, ideal for engineers eager to grow their technical and creative skills.

What You'll Do

• Participate in site inspections, condition assessments, and construction observation involving reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber, masonry or other structural materials.
• Work with your team to conduct structural analyses, diagnostic evaluations and structural design required to repair or alter existing buildings/structures.
• Participate in preparing clear, detailed reports and drawings.
• Learn and apply best practices in repair, reinforcement and renovation strategies.
• Gain experience coordinating/communicating with in-house staff, other consultants and contractors.
• Build your early career network and get to know TT's culture, values, and services while developing leadership behaviors like authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication.
• Participate in ongoing learning and professional development.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• Prior internships or other practical exposure to structural engineering is a plus.
• Familiarity with structural analysis tools (such as SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, RISA3D, PCA software) and BIM software (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and eagerness to grow professionally.
• Detail-oriented approach, curiosity, and ability to apply engineering fundamentals to complex problems.
• Ability to travel to and work on site at various project locations throughout the NY Metro area.

Compensation

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare

• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Commuter Transit (where available)

• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments

• Fitness Reimbursement

• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

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