Graduate Design Engineer, Structural Engineering

TKDA

. Assist structural engineers and designers with analysis, design, and detailing of structural systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeDuluth • Minnesota • United StatesEntry Level💰 $73,000 - $80,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural design and analysis for mining and heavy industrial facilities, with proficiency in RISA 3D, Ram Structural System, and construction administration. Strong communication and time management skills are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple projects.

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Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringCertified Engineer-In-Training (EIT)Proficiency With RISA 3DStructural Design ExperienceFamiliarity With AutoCAD

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Hard Skills

Structural DesignDesign CalculationsConstruction DetailsCondition AssessmentsSteel DesignConcrete DesignFoundation SystemsMaterial Handling SystemsProcessing Equipment DesignConstruction Administration

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTime ManagementPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

RISA 3DRam Structural SystemMathCADMicrosoft OfficeAutoCADRevit

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Engineer-In-Training (EIT)

Industry Keywords

MiningMineral ProcessingAggregateMetalsStructural Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist structural engineers and designers with analysis, design, and detailing of structural systems for mining and heavy industrial facilities
Develop plans, design calculations, specifications, and construction details for steel, concrete, and foundation systems
Support designs for processing equipment, material handling systems, platforms, buildings, and other industrial structures
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering teams on integrated plant and building systems
Work on projects across mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals sectors
Assist with construction administration, including reviewing submittals, interpreting plans, observing construction progress, and verifying alignment with plans and specifications
Travel to TKDA offices, project locations, and client locations as needed, up to 15%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university with a structural emphasis
Up to three years of progressive structural design experience
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) upon completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (scheduled or completed)
Proficiency with RISA 3D or Ram Structural System, MathCAD, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to travel as needed, up to 15%
Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects
Candidates must reside within regular commuting distance of Duluth, MN or Bloomington, MN
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
Master's degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a structural emphasis is advantageous
Working knowledge of structural steel, CMU, post-tensioned concrete, and cast-in-place concrete design is advantageous
Prior experience conducting condition assessments of existing structures is advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Discretionary annual incentive bonuses
Monthly employer HSA contributions for eligible plans
Employer 401(k) matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), funded by company profits
Paid time off based on professional experience
Eight paid holidays per year
Flexible hybrid work arrangements