The State of Workflow Automation in Structural Engineering

Structural engineering firms are facing a productivity paradox. The tools available today are more powerful than ever — yet the time engineers spend on repetitive, low-judgment tasks has not decreased. Drawing production, calculation packages, rebar estimation, and data retrieval still consume a disproportionate share of senior engineering time. This free industry report examines why that gap exists, what automation technology now makes possible, and how firms are reclaiming engineering time through bespoke solutions.

What’s inside:

• Why senior engineering time is still consumed by low-value tasks

• The automation landscape in 2024: what tools actually exist

• Real-world case studies from structural engineering firms

• How bespoke automation differs from off-the-shelf software

• A framework for identifying automation opportunities in your firm