Senior Structural Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join our team at HDR. This role serves as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects. You will resolve problems of greater scope and complexity, plan and develop projects or design activities, plan, organize, and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians. You will also serve as Project Manager on larger projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in structural engineering as it relates to projects; resolve problems of greater scope and complexity
• Plan and develop projects or design activities
• Plan, organize, and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not sole focus of position
• Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience with Data Centers
• Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • A minimum of 10 years structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Experience in design calculations and layouts
  • Ability to design and detail in steel, concrete, masonry and wood
  • Requires understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
  • Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.

Skills

We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is full-time.

Employee Status

This position is regular.

Business Class

This position is in the Building Structural business class.

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations

• United States-Kansas-Wichita
• United States-Missouri-St Louis

Job Posting

July 1, 2026

Company Information

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.