Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Are you ready to advance your structural engineering career with a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and ownership? Axiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, is seeking an early-career Structural Engineer to join our Building Services division based out of our Iowa City or Madison office. This role offers the opportunity to manage impactful projects, work closely with senior engineers, and develop strong client relationships.

As a key member of our team, you will lead structural design projects, coordinate across disciplines, and ensure exceptional client service. Youll work under the guidance of our Structural Team Leader, collaborating with architects, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

What Youll Gain:

• Hands-on experience managing diverse structural projects from concept to completion
• An employee-owned culture where your contributions directly impact success
• Professional growth through mentorship and continuing education opportunities

Goals & Responsibilities

This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee structural design projects from initial concept to completion
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and client communication
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, and engineering teams (Civil and MEPT)
• Assist with geotechnical coordination and foundation design
• Design structural elements using steel, concrete, masonry, and wood materials
• Prepare design documents and review shop drawings
• Conduct construction site visits and respond to RFIs/ITCs
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards

Qualifications & Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:

• Bachelors degree in Structural Engineering or related field (Masters degree a plus)
• PE licensure in Iowa, Wisconsin, or both
• Strong background in structural engineering design and project management
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, and structural analysis software (RISA, EnerCalc)
• Experience with steel, concrete, masonry, wood, and foundation systems
• Strong skills in code review, structural design, and project management
• Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working in-office and on-site as needed

Benefits

Axiom Consultants is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and indepth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City Cedar Rapids metro area).

We offer a highly competitive compensation program and unique benefits, including:

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Extra hours bonuses
• Remote/flexible hours
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

About Us

Axiom Consultants, a Ruekert & Mielke company, is a 100% employee-owned engineering firm recognized for its innovative approach to serving commercial, residential, and institutional markets. We provide full-service engineering, including comprehensive planning, design, construction services, project management, and owners representation.

As a six-time finalist and five-time winner of the Best Engineering Company of the Corridor (Iowa City Cedar Rapids metro area), Axiom has earned a reputation for excellence, responsiveness, and efficiency. Our employee-centric culture fosters collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, empowering our team to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

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Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office, Remote work, Flexible hours

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