Junior Structural Engineer

Junior Structural Engineer

Department: Structural

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Edison, NJ

Compensation: $65,000 - $90,000 / year

Description

A great place to work and grow, Naik Group is a dynamic, multi-discipline engineering company with offices in New York and New Jersey. Our continued growth in this highly competitive market is evidence of the trust and value clients place in our services' quality and timeliness. Included in the full range of professional services we offer are Bridge/ Structural Design & Inspection, Highway/Roadway Engineering, Civil/Site Engineering, Traffic Engineering/ITS, Utility Engineering, Construction Management & Inspection, Design Build, Survey, Right of Way, and High Definition 3-D Laser Scanning. Our principals take considerable pride in their approach to the firm's management, offering services like that of a large organization while demonstrating the personal client and consultant relationship of a small firm.

Naik Consulting Group is currently seeking a Junior Structural Engineer to join our growing transportation and infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer eager to develop technical skills, gain hands-on project experience, and work closely with senior engineers, project managers, and construction professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the analysis and design of structural components for transportation and infrastructure projects (e.g., bridges, retaining walls, culverts, stations, and other civil structures)
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical reports
• Support construction engineering and inspection activities, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, geotechnical, construction management, and inspection staff
• Perform site visits and field observations as needed
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and agency requirements (e.g., AASHTO, DOT, local agencies)
• Support project schedules, budgets, and quality control procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering (Master's degree a plus)
• 0-3 years of relevant experience (internship or co-op experience considered)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
• Familiarity with structural analysis and design software (e.g., SAP2000, STAAD, RAM, or similar)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (experience with Revit is a plus)
• Basic understanding of transportation infrastructure design standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

Naik offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Holiday and paid-time-off programs
• 401(k) Plan and Match
• Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
• Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account
• and More

Naik is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.

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