Structural Engineering Team Leader — Big Firm Opportunity, Local Influence

The Opportunity

Have you ever wanted the opportunity to help build something meaningful from the ground up but doing it all on your own seems daunting? KPFF is seeking a Structural Engineering Team Leader to help grow our presence in Madison, WI. With an initial foundation already in place, this role offers the rare opportunity to shape the future of a growing office, build strong community relationships, and help create a thriving local team, all with the support, resources, and technical depth of a firm with national reach.

You’ll help establish KPFF as a trusted engineering partner in the Madison market by working with your current connections and establishing new client relationships, mentoring future team members, and helping shape projects that strengthen the local community. At the same time, you’ll collaborate with talented engineers nationwide on technically challenging and high-profile projects.

This role combines the entrepreneurial energy of building something from the ground up with the stability, mentorship, and collaboration of an established, employee-owned firm. Whether you are looking to return to Wisconsin, deepen your local roots, or create a lasting impact in a growing market, KPFF offers the opportunity to build something meaningful both locally and nationally.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required. Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (Masters preferred) OR Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Engineering
• Has a personal brand in the A/E/C community and wants to leverage this to create something special, scalable, and perpetual.
• 10+ years of progressive structural engineering experience
• Demonstrated laudable management experience leading teams larger than 5 people
• Design experience across a wide range of materials, project phases, and sectors
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and growth

Additional Information

We Also Have Some Pretty Sweet Benefits!

• Generous PTO & Holiday Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Short-Term/Impact Bonus
• Paid Family Leave
• Paid Overtime
• 401(k) with 3% Contribution
• Mentorship & Technical Excellence Programs
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid Parking

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits
• Work is typically conducted in an office setting, with frequent use of a computer
• May occasionally lift items up to 15 lbs