Structural Engineer - Renewables
DLR Group · Denver, CO
- On site
- Volunteer
- $97,000 / year
- Denver, CO
Job highlights
- Design structural systems for renewable energy projects.
- Prepare engineering drawings and calculations.
- Collaborate with other disciplines and stakeholders.
- Participate in design from schematics to construction.
- Support clean energy initiatives and reduce carbon footprint.
About the role
Structural Engineer - Renewables
DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
DLR Group operates within a hybrid work model, supporting flexibility between office time and work from home.
The Engineering team has an opening for an Entry Level Structural Engineer.
Location: Denver, CO
Position Summary
As an Entry Level Structural Engineer at DLR Group you will be responsible for participating in the design process of structural systems for our Renewable Energy division from schematics through construction administration, preparing detailed structural engineering drawings and performing design calculations. As part of our renewable engineering team, you will help design structural systems for renewable energy projects that reduce our planet’s carbon footprint while producing clean renewable energy.
The successful candidate will:
- Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation policies.
- Develop structural designs from concept through completion of construction.
- Prepare engineering design calculations and layouts.
- Prepare detailed engineering reports and narratives.
- Coordinate structural design requirements with other disciplines and project stakeholders of renewable energy projects.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (ABET accredited) in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering.
- Previous internship, co-op experience, or full-time position with a consulting engineering or A/E firm.
- Passed Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.
- Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit Structural) workflow.
- Interest in renewable energy design, including photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging stations, solar canopies, microgrids, and specialty energy systems.
- Working knowledge of current structural software (ETABS, SAP, SAFE, RAM, ADAPT, RISA, Enercalc).
Emerging Professional Experience (EPX)
As an Emerging Professional at DLR Group, you will be a part of our EPX program. The EPX program provides diverse perspectives on the needs of a design enterprise and the possibilities for experiences and growth within the design profession. The goal is to provide a strong foundation to build your career on and explore opportunities within the AEC industry. The program is composed of three major components: mentorship, work, and weekly classes. These classes include EP-specific onboarding, design culture, marketing and BD, sustainability, design technology, communication style education, mentoring, resource and project management, construction site opportunities, research, equity, design agency, and career next steps. You will hear from some of our top executives and integrated designers during this time!
Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is:
Pay Range
$76,780 - $97,900 USD
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects.
We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.
Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together.
DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
Key skills/competency
- Structural Engineering
- Renewable Energy Design
- BIM (Autodesk Revit Structural)
- Structural Software (ETABS, SAP, SAFE, RAM, ADAPT, RISA, Enercalc)
- Design Calculations
- Construction Administration
- Project Coordination
- Engineering Reports
- Schematic Design
- Client Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Structural Engineer
- Renewable Energy
- Civil Engineering
- Design Calculations
- BIM
- Revit
- ETABS
- SAP
- RISA
- Construction Administration
- Denver
- Entry Level
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Bachelor's in Civil/Structural Engineering and any relevant internship experience with DLR Group's focus on renewable energy.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize proficiency in BIM software like Revit and any structural analysis software listed in the preferred qualifications.
- Demonstrate renewable energy interest: Explicitly state your passion for PV systems, BESS, or other clean energy technologies.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your design process, project coordination experience, and understanding of the EPX program's benefits.
- Apply strategically: Submit your application through the DLR Group careers portal, ensuring all required documents are included.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for an Entry Level Structural Engineer at DLR Group in Denver, CO?
- The suggested pay range for an Entry Level Structural Engineer at DLR Group in Denver, CO is $76,780 - $97,900 USD annually, depending on your location, experience, and skills.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Structural Engineer - Renewables at DLR Group?
- As a Structural Engineer - Renewables, you will participate in the design of structural systems for renewable energy projects from schematics through construction administration, prepare detailed drawings and design calculations, and coordinate with other disciplines and stakeholders.
- What educational background is required for the Entry Level Structural Engineer role at DLR Group?
- A Bachelor’s Degree (ABET accredited) in Civil/Structural or Architectural/Structural Engineering is required for this position.
- Does DLR Group offer a hybrid work model for this Structural Engineer position?
- Yes, DLR Group operates on a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between office time and working from home. They follow a four-day in-office work model with flexibility on Fridays.
- What is the EPX program at DLR Group and how does it benefit an Entry Level Structural Engineer?
- The EPX program at DLR Group provides Emerging Professionals with mentorship, practical work experience, and weekly classes covering various aspects of the design profession and AEC industry, aiming to build a strong career foundation and explore growth opportunities.
- What are the preferred qualifications for the Structural Engineer - Renewables role?
- Preferred qualifications include a Master's Degree, previous internship experience, passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, experience with BIM (like Revit), interest in renewable energy design, and working knowledge of structural software such as ETABS, SAP, and RISA.
- What kind of renewable energy projects will I be working on as a Structural Engineer at DLR Group?
- You will be working on structural systems for various renewable energy projects, including photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging stations, solar canopies, microgrids, and specialty energy systems.
- What benefits does DLR Group offer to its employees?