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<p><strong>[REMOTE] Structural Engineer - </strong><em>Engineer Custom Projects; Enjoy Real Work/Life Balance!</em></p><p><strong>Location: Remote; Must reside within a two-hour drive of Pottsville, PA area </strong></p><p><strong>Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 </strong></p><p><strong>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/ safe harbor, PTO, Holidays </strong></p><p><strong>Job Type: Full-Time </strong></p><p><strong>Typical hours: M-F, 8 AM – 5 PM (some flexibility); Great Work/Life Balance!</strong></p><p><strong>Start Date: ASAP</strong></p><p><strong>Sponsorship is not available </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Important note: </em></strong><em>This is primarily a remote position; candidates must reside within a two-hour drive of Eastern PA for monthly visits to their facility. Applicants from NJ and eastern PA are encouraged to apply.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>[REMOTE] Structural Engineer Description </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a manufacturer of custom structural building systems, is looking to bring engineering capabilities in-house with their first Staff Structural Engineer. Working on a variety of commercial structural support systems, you'll perform structural analysis, develop practical solutions, and collaborate with drafting and manufacturing teams to bring custom designs from concept through fabrication. You'll be responsible for engineering and structural design while partnering with an outside licensed engineer for final review and sealed drawings. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to do more than review calculations. If you've enjoyed working closely with manufacturing or are ready to step away from the constant deadlines and billable hours that often come with consulting, you'll appreciate this environment. Their team values quality engineering with realistic project timelines, giving you the opportunity to solve interesting engineering challenges without feeling like every day is a fire drill. <strong>The company operates on trust and flexibility, giving employees the autonomy to do their jobs while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>[REMOTE] Structural Engineer Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>• Design structural support systems for custom metal building products and assemblies</p><p>• Perform structural analysis to ensure code compliance and product performance</p><p>• Develop connection details for welded, bolted, and anchored structural systems</p><p>• Prepare structural calculations and supporting documentation for licensed review</p><p>• Interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements</p><p>• Partner with drafting to develop and review fabrication and shop drawings</p><p>• Support product design improvements and fabrication efficiency</p><p>• Coordinate engineering schedules and deliverables with project teams</p><p>• Review delegated engineering documents and outside engineering submittals</p><p>• Assist with prototype development, product testing, and product enhancements</p><p><br></p><p><strong>[REMOTE] Structural Engineer Qualifications </strong></p><p><br></p><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required</p><p>• 3+ years of structural engineering and design experience required</p><p>• Experience with ASCE 7 load calculations and structural connection design required</p><p>• Strong background with 3D CAD software required</p>

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