Open Position:
EARLY CAREER STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Location: Hybrid in Plano, TX
Company Description
ELTA Design Group provides comprehensive structural engineering services specifically tailored for the cold-formed steel framing (CFMF) industry. We specialize in preparing shop drawings and structural calculation packages for delegated design submittals, ensuring prompt support for CFMF sub-contractors. Our services include BIM 3D coordination and rapid response for field issues. We pride ourselves on competitive pricing and fast turnaround times.
Role Description
This is a full-time hybrid role located in Richardson, TX. The Early Career Structural Engineer at ELTA Design Group will play a key role in supporting the design and detailing of cold-formed steel (CFS) framing systems for a variety of building projects. This position is ideal for a motivated engineer who recently graduated and is eager to build technical expertise in steel design, gain hands-on experience in CFS applications, and grow under direct mentorship from the principal engineer.
Responsibilities
· Assist in the design and detailing of cold-formed steel framing systems (load-bearing and non-load bearing).
· Produce structural calculations, shop drawings, and project documentation.
· Support project engineers through all phases of design and construction.
· Develop proficiency in Revit and participate in BIM coordination meetings.
· Research solutions to technical challenges and apply engineering judgment.
· Learn to lead projects with increasing independence as your experience grows.
Desired Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering.
· Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; PE licensure track strongly encouraged.
· 0–3 years of structural engineering experience.
· Strong interest in steel design; coursework or exposure to CFS design is a plus.
· Proficiency with Revit; familiarity with FEM software (e.g., SAP, ETABS) is a plus.
· Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
· Authorized to work in the U.S. long term (no visa sponsorship).
Why Join ELTA?
· Direct mentorship from the principal engineer.
· A small firm culture where your contributions are visible and valued.
· Real work-life balance (we mean it).
· Competitive pay, bonuses, and benefits.
· Opportunities to grow quickly into leadership and technical expertise.
Interested candidates can apply by clicking the button below! Our HR will reply to you within 2 business days to confirm receipt of your application. If you do not receive an email from us within 2 days, please contact us via email or message us on LinkedIn to check the status of your application.
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