Entry Level Structural Engineer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an Entry Level Structural Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Structures group in our Raleigh, NC or Charlotte, NC office.

In this position, under the direction of senior staff, you would support all aspects of transportation related structural design and engineering projects including assisting in field work, preparing plan sets, performing design calculations, detailing, and assisting in the preparation of construction documents.

Learn more about our Structures practice at VHB: Bridges & Structures | VHB

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for VHB in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the structural design of transit and highway structures from conceptual to final design
• Participate in site visits to collect data necessary for preliminary design
• Assist in drafting of project details and plans using Microstation, AutoDesk or other CAD software
• Preparation of quantity calculations and cost estimate
• Assists in preparing contract documents and specifications

Skills and Attributes

• Effective and comfortable in a highly collaborative environment
• Strong technical skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated and willing to take responsibility
• Eager to learn and take on technical challenges
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (structural emphasis preferred)
• 0-1 years of structural engineering experience

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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