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Structures Entry Level Engineer CM

GAI Consultants Inc.

ALBANY, NYJob$36–39/hrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$36–39/hr
Location
ALBANY, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Creighton Manning, a GAI Company, seeks a Junior Engineer to support bridge design and structural engineering projects. Working under a licensed Professional Engineer and with guidance from project leaders, the engineer applies standard engineering techniques to projects of varying sizes. The role includes design, analysis, inspections, construction support, and coordination with internal teams and external clients.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structural AnalysisStructural DesignMicroStationAASHTOWareMathCAD

Qualifications

Bachelor's in EngineeringEIT Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match

Full job description

DescriptionCreighton Manning, a GAI Company, is seeking a Junior Engineer (0-2 years of experience) to complement our existing engineering staff working on exciting bridge design and engineering projects in our Structures Group.About This Position:As a Junior Engineer, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer contributing to the team on a variety of bridge and structural engineering projects. Junior Engineers evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks under the general guidance of a Project Engineer or Project Manager on both large and small projects.Responsibilities may include: * Collaborating with the engineering team to solve complex problems for the structural analysis and design of bridges, culverts, and other transportation infrastructure projects * Attending project meetings with internal project teams and external clients * Conducting assessments and inspections of bridges, culverts, and other project components * Performing computations for structural analysis and design of bridges, culverts, retaining walls, and other structural components * Design and layout of project components in 2d and 3d * Preparing construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents * Field observation of construction for adherence to construction plans and specifications * Report and memo writing * Cost estimating * Construction support through review of contractor shop drawings and submittalsJob Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program or an approved equivalent * EIT certification is preferred * Proficiency with Microstation, AASHTOWare, MathCAD and other structural engineering software a plus but not requiredHourly Pay Range:Albany, NY, and Syracuse, NY: $36/hour - $39/hourPoughkeepsie, NY: $36/hour - $41/hourWestchester - White Plains, NY: $36/hour - $45/hourPay is based on applicant's certifications (EIT), skills, and prior experience and will be rated on this scale accordingly.EXTRAsAt Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on the technical track towards Senior Engineer, on the managerial track towards Project Manager, or into various corporate leadership positions. Team members get 360 reviews with input from peers and managers to get a broad picture of their contributions.Why Creighton Manning?Creighton Manning, a GAI company, offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and support infrastructure that strengthens communities. You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team contributing to projects that improve transportation networks, support municipal services, advance land development, and expand energy infrastructure.At Creighton Manning, you'll work alongside engineers, planners, surveyors, inspectors, and support professionals in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You'll also benefit from comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. As part of GAI, Creighton Manning offers the teamwork and client focus of a regional firm, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.Benefits To Working at Creighton Manning Include:Competitive Pay & Recognition * Market based, competitive compensation * Performance driven recognition and development bonusesComprehensive Health & Wellness * Medical, dental, and vision plans * Company-paid short-term and long-term disability * Company-paid life insurance * Employee Assistance Program and wellness resourcesMeaningful Work-Life Balance * Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays * An additional floating holiday-use it for what matters to you * Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leaveGrowth, Learning & Financial Security * 401(k) with company

How this job compares

Set against the 3,316 open Structural Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$36–39/hr
  • US median$39–49/hr82 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $37.50/hr, is 11% below the US median midpoint ($42/hr) — in the middle half of Structural Engineer hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 171 open Structural Engineer jobs in New York and 3,316 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for no prior experience — less than three in four Structural Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 2,865 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,381 of the 3,316 open Structural Engineer jobs (72%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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