Structural Designer

Actalent
Brookfield, CT

Now Hiring: Structural Designer

Build What Matters. Grow Your Engineering Career.

We are looking for a driven and detail‑oriented Structural Designer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career structural engineer to gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of projects—from custom single‑family homes to renovations, repairs, and new construction—while working directly with experienced professional engineers.

If you enjoy seeing your designs come to life, collaborating with multiple stakeholders, and developing your technical expertise in a supportive environment, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and career growth.

What You’ll Work On
  • Perform site walkthroughs and field investigations to assess existing conditions
  • Analyze and design structural systems for:
    • Custom single‑family residences
    • Structural repairs and retrofits
    • Building renovations and new construction
  • Prepare detailed structural drawings using AutoCAD
  • Conduct construction inspections and phase observations
  • Collaborate closely with clients, internal teams, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining quality and attention to detail
What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Structural focus
  • 1–4 years of experience in Structural Engineering
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD
  • Experience in building structural design (excluding bridges and tunnels)
  • Design experience with:
    • Structural steel
    • Cold‑formed steel
    • Lumber and masonry
    • Aluminum and concrete foundations
  • Experience performing structural analysis and conducting site visits
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • EIT certification
  • Master’s degree in Structural Engineering
  • Experience with structural software such as RISA 3D and RAM
Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Clear career advancement path with mentorship from licensed Professional Engineers
  • In‑house professional development and exposure to projects that strengthen your portfolio
  • Competitive compensation with quarterly and annual bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package upon permanent employment, including:
    • 8 paid holidays
    • 18–21 days of PTO
    • Healthcare with ⅔ of premiums paid by the employer
    • 401(k) with 3% employer match

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brookfield, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Company offers, 401k match, 3 weeks PTO, quarter bonuses and 75% medical benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brookfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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