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Structural Design Engineer

Actalent
Edison, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026
Job Title: Structural Design Engineer
Job Description

As a Structural Design Engineer, you will perform structural engineering analysis and design for bridge and transportation-related structures, with additional exposure to building structures including steel, concrete, masonry, and wood systems. Primary duties will focus on bridge structural design and inspection, but we are seeking a versatile engineer with broad interests in structural engineering, including building structures.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in site investigations to document existing conditions.
  • Perform site inspections for projects engineered by our office.
  • Complete and review design calculations; assist in preparing drawings and specifications.
  • Provide responses and solutions to issues during the construction administration phase of projects.
  • Coordinate work products with other in-house engineering staff and architects.
  • Contribute to projects ranging from small renovations to large-scale infrastructure and new construction.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
  • 4-8 years of related experience.
  • Proficiency in structural design and engineering.
  • Experience with AutoCAD.
  • Understanding and application of code requirements.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • PE preferred (EIT required; active progress toward licensure expected).
  • Experience in using various civil/analysis software.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Work Environment

We offer a competitive and flexible benefits plan, focusing on employee well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, including accidental death and dismemberment coverage. We provide short-term and long-term disability insurance, vacation, sick, and personal time off, as well as extended sick time off and paid holidays. Our benefits also include flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions, commuter transit and parking benefits, gym reimbursement, professional certification incentive programs, and a tuition reimbursement program. We support professional development and training and offer a flex-hour work schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Edison, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

LiRo’s competitive and flexible benefits plans and compensation programs focus on your well-being as an employee. Medical Insurance including Prescription Drug Coverage Dental Insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage Supplemental Life Insurance Accident and Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Vision Plan Short-Term/ Long-Term Disability Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off Extended Sick Time Off Paid Holidays Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical and Dependent Care 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Matching Company Contribution Commuter Transit and Parking Benefit Program Gym Reimbursement Professional Certification Incentive Programs Tuition Reimbursement Program Professional Development and Training

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Edison,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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