Structural Design Engineer (Entry-Level)
Key Skills for This Role
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What You'll Do:
Design and analyze environmental concrete tank structures using industry best practices.
Conduct structural calculations, modeling, and load analysis to optimize performance and durability.
Utilize FEA modeling software to streamline designs
Collaborate with construction teams and project managers to ensure design integrity from concept to completion.
Engage in problem-solving and troubleshooting during project execution.
Stay ahead of industry advancements and integrate new technologies into designs.
Qualifications
- Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis
- 0–2 years of structural engineering experience (additional experience considered for higher-level positions)
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Understands steel and concrete behavior and applies engineering principles to real-world design challenges
- Proficient in SAP 2000/SAFE, MS products, AutoCAD, and structural modeling software
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills required to thrive in a team-driven environment
- Preferred
- Internship or co-op experience in structural engineering
- Exposure to industrial, water, wastewater, or heavy civil infrastructure projects
- Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, or BIM workflows
- Exposure to ACI 350
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or active pursuit of licensure
Total Rewards
Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to invest in our employees and their families, including:
Competitive base compensation plus eligibility for DN’s annual incentive bonus program
401(k) retirement plan consisting of a 100% employer match on the first 6% of employee contributions and an additional 3% Safe Harbor company contribution
Medical coverage effective on date of hire, with DN covering 80%–85% of premiums depending on plan selection
Dental coverage effective on date of hire, with DN covering 75% of premiums
Voluntary vision coverage effective on date of hire
Flexible Spending Account options for eligible medical, dental and dependent-care expenses
Company-paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off starting at 16 days annually, increasing with tenure, plus 9 paid holidays each year
Half-day Fridays between July 4 and Labor Day
Paid parental leave for birth mothers and spouses or committed partners
Employee Assistance Program available at no cost to employees and household members for work/life support
Tuition reimbursement
Gym reimbursement
Employee referral incentive program
Career growth, internal mobility and professional development opportunities within a stable, purpose-driven company
Additional information
At DN, we're building careers—not just filling positions. If this role excites you but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. We consider candidates across multiple engineering levels and are committed to placing great people where they can make the biggest impact and continue to grow. DN is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Responsibilities
- Design and analyze environmental concrete tank structures using industry best practices.
- Conduct structural calculations, modeling, and load analysis to optimize performance and durability.
- Utilize FEA modeling software to streamline designs
- Collaborate with construction teams and project managers to ensure design integrity from concept to completion.
- Engage in problem-solving and troubleshooting during project execution.
- Stay ahead of industry advancements and integrate new technologies into designs.
About DN Tanks
Designs and constructs prestressed concrete liquid storage tanks.
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