Senior Structural Engineer (Buildings)
About the role
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. 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. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience.
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. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
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 the sole focus of the position
- Perform other duties as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
- A minimum of 10 years of structural engineering experience as it relates to building design
- Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng))
- Proficiency in 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
- Understanding of gravity analysis and lateral analysis
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Architectural Engineering, Structural emphasis
Benefits
As employee-owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Schedule
Full-time
Location
United States-Idaho-Boise