About Bennett & Pless
For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has delivered structural engineering solutions across a wide range of markets. With offices across the Southeast and Midwest, we combine the resources of a growing firm with a collaborative culture, technical excellence, and a commitment to developing our people.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a full-time, entry-level Structural Staff Engineer to join our growing team out of our Raleigh office. This position will design structures, structural elements, or structural systems for a variety of project types, including manufacturing, distribution, data centers, commercial, historical, public sector, adaptive reuse, and renovations.
Responsibilities:
- Performs analysis of existing structures.
- Develops drawings and specifications for use during construction and confirms compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Interacts with higher level engineers and design technicians.
- Attends client, architect, and contractor meetings.
- Learns to engage with potential clients to expand business relationships.
- Performs calculations per design specifications and industry standards.
- Utilizes Structural Design Software, such as TEKLA Structural Designer, RAM Structural Systems, ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM Elements, and RISA.
- Creates and reviews drawings, submittals, and structural documents.
- Shares information across all disciplines to confirm deliverables are compliant with client expectations and established quality standards.
What We Are Looking For:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering with 0-2 years of related experience or Master’s in Civil Engineering.
- BIM training or experience a plus.
- EIT preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong communication skills are required.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision. A willingness to take on additional responsibilities presented.
- Effective in an entrepreneurial culture, working independently and as part of a team.
What We Offer:
At Bennett & Pless, our vision is to be a place where employees thrive. We’re a growing firm committed to empowering employees without sacrificing work/life balance. Our culture is the center of making us who we are and it’s our priority to make employees feel accepted and valued.
As a firm, we are highly supportive of the development of our employees. Every year, we kick off Career Development Planning where employees create tailored development goals. Goals are regularly assessed throughout the year to allow employees to advance towards their career growth objectives. We also have monthly Bennett and Pless learning sessions where our senior Engineers and Specialists share their knowledge on a broad variety of subjects.
We have an employee-focused benefits package that includes:
- Company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee
- Health savings and flex spending accounts
- Group short-term & long-term disability; life and a&d insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement program
- 401(k) matching
- Monthly wellness allowance
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Flexible schedules, including summer hours
- Company retreat
If you are interested in a place where you can thrive and make a career at Bennett & Pless, come join our unique culture!
Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Master's degree in Civil Engineering
- 0-2 years of related experience for bachelor's degree candidates
- EIT certification or qualification
- Strong communication skills
- BIM training or experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
What We Do
Over the past 60 years, Bennett & Pless has evolved into one of the most respected structural engineering firms in the Southeast. We are valued by industry peers and respected by our staff, as evidenced by our numerous awards and consistent recognition as a Best Firm to Work For. Most importantly, we are trusted by our clients with over 95% repeat business. Bennett & Pless and its staff are registered in all 50 states and are members of ACEC, ASCE, AISC, ACI, ICC, SEAOG, and CRSI. We pride ourselves on the professional development investment of our team members as well as our energetic and fun work environment.
