Associate Structural Engineer

Buro Happold; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Annual discretionary bonus

4 weeks PTO + 10 holidays

401k with company match

License reimbursements and exam fees

Learning and development opportunities

Employee networks and inclusion groups

Job summary

Buro Happold is seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to join our Boston team. You will lead structural design across diverse projects, mentor staff, and maintain strong client relationships.

A PE/SE license and a Master’s in structural engineering are expected, with over 10 years of leadership experience. We offer a competitive salary of $115,000–$150,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading structural engineering projects or teams across a variety of sectors.
• Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Licensed as PE and/or SE.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including senior management, clients, and staff.
• Confident, proactive character with a track record of taking the lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and design of structural systems for a wide range of building types in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Represent the team at design meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring strong client relationships.
• Set a strong example of client care and general consultancy and support the regional team to do the same.
• Manage and mentor engineering and drafting staff while overseeing contract documents, drawings and specs.
• Participate in project technical/quality reviews and support business goals in the Boston region.

Skills

Structural leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

$115,000 - $150,000

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Closing Date:

31/12/2026

Job Category:

Engineering and Design

Business Unit:

USA

Structures

Buro Happold is currently seeking an experienced Associate Structural Engineer to join our talented team in Boston. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your technical knowledge of structural design across a portfolio of ground-breaking projects.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

You will bring exceptional technical leadership, support and mentoring to the wider team with a commitment to project delivery and commercial performance.

• Set a strong example of client care and general consultancy and support the regional team to do the same.
• Represent Buro Happold at design team meetings, both internally and externally, providing project leadership and taking responsibility for sustained and productive client relationships across the region.
• Work will include conducting site observations, participating in site meetings and responding directly to contractor queries in the field.
• Lead the analysis and design of structural systems for a wide range of building types in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Manage and mentor engineering and drafting staff whilst overseeing the preparation of contract documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Participate in project technical/quality reviews
• Further the reputation of Buro Happold structural engineering as the best in class across a range of size and project types in region.
• Represent Buro Happold externally by engaging in local industry groups and events that align with the Boston Structures team’s goals.

Your skills and experience

As an established Structural Engineer, we expect that you will be able to demonstrate:

• 10+ years of significant experience leading structural engineering projects or teams across a variety of sectors
• Master’s Degree
• Licensed as PE and / or SE
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders including senior management, clients, and company-wide staff
• Confident, proactive character, with a track record of taking the lead
• Proven track record of client relationship management and project delivery
• Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don’t meet all requirements

What we offer

• Salary rangeof$115,000 - $150,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
• Generous benefits package
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 4 weeks of PTO in addition to 10 paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Reimbursement for approved professional licenses, associated renewals and exam fees
• Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives
• Access to wide range of learning and development opportunities
• Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups

Ready for something a little less ordinary?

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us.Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another.Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.