Job Description:

Entry/Mid-Level Structural Engineer - Agribusiness/Industrial (Hybrid/Flex)

In a world of "supply chain disruptions" be part of the solution. VAA Structural Engineers are behind the facilities that keep grain flowing to food manufacturers, minerals paving our nation's roads, biofuels powering sustainable energy and more. We're tackling complex challenges and playing a vital role in our clients' success. And now, our growing firm is looking for passionate problem-solvers driven to make a real impact: we're hiring Structural Engineers.

Get to know VAA

Hear first-hand what it's like to work here, the range of opportunities you can find and the wealth of resources that will support you - both professionally and personally.: https://vaaeng.com/careers/#careers-video

VAA is an Engineering, Planning and Design firm specializing in commercial projects for a range of markets, including corporate, retail, hospitality and government. We also develop bulk commodity-handling facilities and structures for value-added processing, manufacturing and distribution.

We partner with facility owners, architects and contractors nationwide - and beyond - to bring vision to life and accomplish business objectives. Putting relationships first has established nearly a half century of excellence and an impressive track record of repeat business.

VAA is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, with an office in Sioux Falls, SD. We are professionally licensed in 49 states and 5 Canadian provinces.

Structural Engineering at VAA

Not only does the VAA Structural Engineering team help to safeguard the health and welfare of the general public, they also play a key role in helping valued clients achieve their goals by skillfully designing structural systems and foundations. Our project work occurs all over the world, including high-wind and seismically active locations.

Your role:

• Perform high quality engineering services.
• Appropriately and efficiently use software and hand calculations to develop design solutions that meet code requirements and are constructible.
• Perform site visits/observations/structural evaluations. (Potential 10% travel to construction job sites).

A Mid-level Engineer will also:

• Lead the preparation of proposals, design documents and project deliverables.
• Coordinate design team effort internally and externally.
• Develop and coordinate project details.

Your resume must include:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with structural engineering emphasis
• Entry-level: E.I.T (preferred).
• Mid-Level: 5+ years of experience without PE or 4 years of experience with PE (preferred).

Why VAA?

VAA is one of the industry's leading firms, combining nearly a half-century of excellence with a vibrant, future-focused energy. We serve a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from multinational corporations to local municipalities to individual farms and businesses.

As a VAA Structural Engineer, you're more than just a piece of the puzzle. We believe in giving employees the opportunity to succeed - to take ownership of complex projects and see them through - while continually developing their talents to their full potential. Along the way, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation designed to attract and retain top talent, together with generous profit-sharing
• Exceptional benefits, including comprehensive and flexible insurance benefits, industry-leading HSA contributions, paid parental leave, a robust employee assistance program... even pet insurance.
• Support for life/work balance: flexible schedule options, onsite wellness resources and fun opportunities for friendly competition
• Ongoing professional development, including mentoring, online learning and tuition reimbursement.
• An award-winning workplace, recognized by USA Today as a national 2024 Top Workplace USA, by the Star Tribune as one of Minnesota's Top 200 Workplaces (2022/2023/2024) and by Gallagher as a Best-In-Class Employer (2022).

A culture of community

It's not all calcs and CAD around here. Join your peers for a chili cookoff or homebrew tasting... get an opportunity to dunk the CEO during our annual Community Caring Campaign. Take advantage of charitable PTO to volunteer for organizations you're passionate about. At VAA, we're committed to building community from within and making a difference in the communities where we live and work.

Let's get growing™

Your career. Your talents. Your network.

Apply today!

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