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Design Professional - Structural, Higher Ed + Healthcare

1/7/2026

The role involves assisting senior engineers with entry-level structural engineering projects, focusing on higher education and healthcare projects. Responsibilities include managing shop drawing reviews and performing onsite construction administration.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
As an architecture and engineering consulting firm, Shive-Hattery goes beyond traditional design. With deep knowledge of your business, we deliver customized solutions while providing support as an extension of your staff. It's more than just a one-time transaction; we cultivate relationships. To be your trusted advisor is the highest honor and our ultimate goal.
About the Role

Description


Who We Are


Shive-Hattery's Iowa City office has an immediate opportunity for a new graduate or early career Structural Engineer in Training with 0 to 3 years of experience. This opportunity is a full-time position for a motivated individual with the ability to work and learn with the goal of acquiring a Professional Engineer license in Iowa.


With the support of the Group Leader and the Structural Engineers in this location, this position assists on a variety of design projects across the private and public sectors.



Responsibilities

  • Assists more senior engineers with entry-level structural engineering projects.
  • Assists with design for higher education and healthcare projects of various sizes with the main focus on higher education utility projects. 
  • Works with experienced engineers and technicians within multi-discipline teams. The majority of efforts will focus on our long-standing Higher Education clients who we work with locally and across the Midwest.
  • Works on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Manages shop drawing reviews
  • Assists with performing onsite construction administration and construction observation services including reporting and monitoring contractor's compliance with contract documents.


Requirements


What You'll Bring

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering from an accredited school
  • Experience: new graduate or early career Design Professional with 0 to 3 years; Internships/summer experience in engineering or construction a plus
  • License/Certification: Have taken and passed, or intent to take, the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
  • Structural design experience using concrete, steel, and masonry; strong interest in concrete design would be a plus
  • Collaborates with multi-discipline team members and has good interpersonal skills
  • Manages time and workload effectively, which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing work with good attention to detail
  • Possesses good oral and written communication skills
  • Practical experience using Revit, 3D software (Navisworks/Recap), structural engineering design software, and Microsoft Office software is preferred
  • Must be able to drive and have access to an automobile, climb ladders, work off of elevated platforms and open grating, work in underground tunnels, and wear personal protective equipment required for specific clients and sites
  • Must be able to pass drug screening tests and background screening, which are both required for some client sites.


 Why Shive-Hattery?


You will find the right balance at Shive-Hattery. A large pool of resources in a 500+ person design firm, with a small firm feel where you build personal connections with colleagues, partners and clients. Flourish as a professional with the freedom to chart your own course and make an impact – and Design What Matters to make the world a better place. At Shive-Hattery, our learning and teaching culture is built on collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to both learn from and teach your peers, working across disciplines to enhance your skills and grow professionally. We offer a competitive total compensation package, including industry-leading pay and over thirty-five benefits designed to support your well-being and career development.



Benefit Highlights:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – 4 tiers of coverage
  • Voluntary Life Insurance – Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Voluntary Insurance Plans – Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity
  • FSA – Medical & Dependent Care
  • 8 Paid Holidays + PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401K/Roth 401K with Company Match
  • Overtime Bonus
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • First Time License Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Licensure/Certification Financial Support
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Calm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
  • …And Many More!

  

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

  • At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. 

Shive-Hattery offers a flexible work environment and supports balancing personal and professional responsibilities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 



Key Skills
Structural EngineeringDesignConcrete DesignSteel DesignMasonry DesignCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailRevit3D SoftwareMicrosoft OfficeConstruction AdministrationConstruction ObservationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving
Categories
EngineeringConstructionHealthcareEducationCreative & Media
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionVoluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Insurance PlansFSAPaid HolidaysPTOPaid Parental Leave401K/Roth 401K with Company MatchOvertime BonusProfit Sharing BonusFirst Time License BonusTuition ReimbursementLicensure/Certification Financial SupportProfessional Development OpportunitiesCalm Meditation & Stress Relief Subscription
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