Senior Structural Engineer

Summary

A leading national engineering and design consulting firm is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join a specialized Forensics and Facility Performance team. This role is focused on existing buildings rather than traditional ground-up design. The engineer will investigate structural conditions, assess existing facilities, identify failures or deficiencies, and develop practical repair, rehabilitation, and restoration solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform forensic structural investigations and existing building evaluations
• Conduct facility condition assessments and site investigations
• Evaluate structural failures, deterioration, damage, and complex building conditions
• Develop repair, rehabilitation, and restoration solutions
• Support adaptive reuse, renovation, and historic building projects
• Prepare technical reports, assessments, calculations, and recommendations
• Design repairs involving steel, concrete, wood, and masonry systems
• Lead projects from initial investigation through design and implementation
• Work directly with building owners, clients, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership
• Support client relationships and new project opportunities

Requirements

• 10+ years of structural engineering / building design consulting experience
• PE license required
• Strong experience with existing buildings and structural systems
• Forensic investigations, facility assessments, rehabilitation, restoration, or structural repair experience
• Strong technical analysis and report writing skills
• Experience with steel, concrete, wood, and masonry
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, materials, load paths, and building codes
• Project leadership and mentoring experience
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related Engineering discipline

Compensation & Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee ownership and ESOP retirement plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Immediate eligibility for paid time off
• Generous paid holiday schedule
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support