Structural Project Engineer

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, preparation, and finalization of project documents.
• Responsible for contract administration duties, such as responding to RFI’s, and checking shop drawings / submittals.
• Designs load-bearing structures or structural elements.
• Performs analysis of building materials for use in construction.
• Develops plans and specifications for use during construction and ensures all projects comply with applicable codes and regulations.
• Determines cause of structural failures, damages, and defects through site investigations.
• Provides reports detailing investigations and assessment of damages to the structure.
• Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with design team and external clients.
• Takes ownership to personally resolve problems (or find someone who can).
• Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with team and client.
• Committed to following up with clients in all instances in a timely manner.
• Strong sense of accountability - ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do.
• Creates a personal connection – friendly and respectful.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3 – 6 years' experience.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented.
• Proficient with various structural design software (RISA Suite, Enercalcs, MS Excel).
• Earns trust and takes additional ownership of projects, results, and customer service.
• Takes responsibility for many vendor and customer relationships.
• Understands jobsite environment and reviews jobsite progress with little to no supervision.
• Ability to lead an assignment/special project from start to finish.

Benefits

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success.
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize.
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing.
• Flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves.
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match.
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans.