Senior Structural Building Engineer
RS&H · Charlotte, NC · 2 wk ago
HybridManufacturingFull-time
The Opportunity
At RS&H, we don’t just design structures — we help create the spaces and infrastructure that support critical industries, strengthen communities, and shape the future. As an employee-owned national architecture, engineering, and consulting firm, our teams work on meaningful, technically complex projects across the country in a collaborative, people-first environment. We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our Buildings Engineering team.
What You’ll Do
- Lead structural design and analysis for aviation, aerospace, federal, health & science, and commercial building projects
- Serve as a technical lead for major projects and provide engineering guidance across multidisciplinary teams
- Prepare and oversee structural calculations, engineering analyses, reports, drawings, specifications, and construction documents
- Develop and review construction documents using Revit and structural analysis/design software
- Coverage with architecture, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and other project disciplines
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, proposal support, and project coordination activities
- Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and support construction administration activities
- Perform quality control reviews and ensure achievement of key technical and project milestones
- Conduct field observations and site visits to support construction understanding and verify design intent
- Solve complex engineering challenges through practical and innovative design solutions
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and review of junior staff work for technical accuracy and quality
- Support discipline coordination, project planning, schedules, scopes, and overall project delivery efforts
- Stay current with structural engineering standards, building codes, and evolving structural engineering practices
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- 7+ years of relevant structural engineering experience
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Experience leading portions of major projects or managing multiple moderate-sized projects
- Proven experience providing technical guidance and reviewing junior staff work for technical accuracy
- Strong understanding of structural design codes including ASCE 7, AISC, ACI, and related standards
- Proficiency in Revit and structural analysis/design software such as ETABS, RAM, Enercalc, or similar platforms
- Strong communication, coordination, client interaction, and collaboration skills
- Ability to independently solve complex engineering problems and make technical decisions
- Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Why Join RS&H?
- Work on nationally recognized, technically complex projects
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a highly supportive, people-first environment
- Employee-owned culture where your contributions directly impact the firm’s success
- Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and leadership development
- A firm with decades of experience supporting aviation, aerospace, health & science, commercial, and federal clients nationwide