Structural Engineer in Training

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Structural Engineer in Training (EIT) to join its Structural Engineering team in either the Austin, TX or Cypress, TX office.

Our structural engineers ensure that every project meets applicable building codes, safety requirements, and functional performance standards. The team designs structural systems for a wide range of building types. Project types include Assisted Living / Memory Care, Education, Hospitality, Government, Industrial, Medical, Mixed-Use, Multi-family, Office, Retail, Residential, Schools, Storage, Industrial, Warehouse.

Colliers engineers have experience designing with a variety of structural materials and systems, including structural steel, conventional reinforced concrete, post-tensioned concrete, wood framing, light-gauge steel framing, mass timber, and masonry. This diverse project portfolio provides engineers with opportunities to work on innovative and technically challenging designs throughout all phases of project delivery.

Responsibilities

Engineer-In-Training Position Overview

The Structural Engineer-In-Training (EIT) will support Project Managers and Project Engineers in the design and delivery of structural engineering projects. The role offers exposure to a wide range of building types and structural systems, including:

• Structural steel framing
• Reinforced concrete
• Concrete tilt panel
• Post-tensioned concrete
• Wood framing
• Light-gauge framing
• Mass timber
• Masonry construction
• Foundations and earth retention systems

Primary Responsibilities

The EIT will assist with:

• Structural calculations and analysis
• Computer modeling
• Drawing redlines and revisions
• Structural detailing
• Back-checking construction documents
• Specification development
• Construction shop drawing review
• Responding to RFIs (Requests for Information)
• Processing OOCs (Observations of Construction)
• Construction administration support

Project Involvement

Depending on project needs and complexity, the EIT may:

• Work on specific design components such as gravity systems, lateral system, or detailing
• Participate in full-project coordination from schematic design through construction documents
• Support construction administration activities
• Coordinate with architects and other design professionals to resolve design issues

Skills and Experience Emphasized

Successful candidates will likely demonstrate:

• Structural, Architectural, or Civil Engineering degree from ABET-accredited university
• Structural analysis and design fundamentals
• Knowledge of building codes
• Experience with structural modeling and design software
• Ability to review and coordinate construction documents
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and quality control

Career Growth Opportunities

This role provides exposure to the full project lifecycle, including:

1. Design and analysis
2. Drawing and document production
3. Interdisciplinary coordination
4. Client and architect interaction
5. Construction administration
6. PE licensing support and learning curriculum
7. Companywide mentorship program opportunities

This makes it an excellent early-career position for an engineer working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional building structural engineering experience preferred.
• E.I.T. required.
• Structural, Architectural, or Civil Engineering degree from ABET-accredited university
• Structural analysis and design fundamentals
• Knowledge of building codes
• Experience with structural modeling and design software
• Ability to review and coordinate construction documents
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and quality control

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!