Senior Structural Engineer- Buildings

About the role

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.

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

• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis
• 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.
• Preferred Qualifications: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, RAM, ETABS, SAFE or similar analytical software
• 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

Skills

• Technical expertise in structural engineering
• Project planning and development
• Supervision of professional and technician staff
• Project management
• Design calculations and layouts
• Design and detailing in various materials (steel, concrete, masonry, wood)
• Gravity and lateral analysis
• Experience in architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firms

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Building Structural

Job Posting

Jan 26, 2026

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We are our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

• We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.