Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer

We are hiring a Senior Structural Engineer in Raleigh, NC; Greensboro, NC; Charlotte, NC; or Norfolk, VA to lead complex structural building projects for a team with deep roots in the Southeast and a strong reputation for creative, buildable structural solutions. The Structural team works on highly visible projects across sports and recreation, entertainment, higher education, civic, government, K-12, healthcare and community-focused markets.

In this role, you’ll lead structural project delivery as a project manager or lead engineer, guiding design direction, mentoring junior engineers, collaborating closely with architects and project partners, and helping turn ambitious design concepts into safe, efficient, and constructible structures. You’ll join a collaborative, trust-based culture that values flexibility, technical excellence, and ownership, with hybrid work schedules that support both strong project delivery and a healthy work-life balance.

Principal Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of structural systems and develop designs, specifications, and calculations in accordance with code requirements and standards
• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports
• Partner with clients to understand needs, gather requirements, and communicate technical information effectively
• Provide in-process design reviews of structural system design, calculations, specifications, and project correspondence
• Implement quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet quality standards, industry standards, and client requirements
• Provide technical training and mentoring, and support resolution of field issues with minimal support from senior staff
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices; contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work
• Conduct oneself in an ethical and professional manner
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (engineers, architects, and project managers) to deliver integrated solutions and participate in project interviews and presentations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil, Structural, or Architectural Engineering, or equivalent, required
• Master’s Degree (MS) in Structural Engineering preferred
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required
• 7 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in mechanics and materials, load paths, design techniques, design standards including steel, concrete, wood, masonry, and concepts involved in structural systems of buildings and structures
• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills
• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise
• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and demonstrate effective team building skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 20% with occasional overnight stays
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us We put people first - with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Structural Team Highlights

• Join our award-winning structural engineering and special inspections practice known for creative, efficient, and highly buildable structural solutions.
• Work on highly visible projects across the Southeast, including Lenovo Center modifications, Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh Convention Center, NCSU Integrated Science Building, Wake Forest Student Union, ECU athletics facilities, Duke University softball facilities, and Raleigh East Civic Tower.
• Contribute to a diverse portfolio spanning sports and recreation, entertainment, higher education, K-12, civic, state government, healthcare, commercial, housing, federal, religious, and historic preservation markets.
• Bring technical depth to complex structural challenges, including seismic and wind analysis, progressive collapse analysis, floor vibration/resistance design, blast-resistant design, renovations, additions, forensic engineering, peer reviews, and sustainable design.
• Collaborate closely with architects, owners, builders, and multidisciplinary teams to turn ambitious design concepts into safe, efficient, and constructible structures.
• Be part of a collaborative, trust-based culture with hybrid work schedules, strong mentorship, technical growth, and meaningful ownership of project outcomes.

Locations available:

Raleigh, NC
Greensboro, NC

Charlotte, NC
Norfolk, VA

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Raleigh, NC 27634