Civil - Structural

GeoWorld; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 78,610 - 129,145; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee assistance program

Paid time away

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ohio is seeking a Structural Engineer to oversee design and development phases of projects. This role involves coordinating the structural design team, collaborating with various disciplines, and performing construction administration tasks. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, a professional engineering license, and experience in architectural or engineering consulting. Strong mentoring skills are essential, and the position offers a salary range of $78,610 - $129,145.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the structural design team from schematic design to contract documents.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to produce structural deliverables.
• Analyze and design superstructure components for building projects.

Skills

Structural design coordination

Mentoring interns

Construction administration

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Professional engineering license

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

BES

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next‑generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Role

Structural Engineer, we’ll count on you to

• Independently coordinate the work of the structural design team from schematic design through the design development and contract document phases of a project.
• Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team (architecture, MEP engineering, civil engineering, etc.) to lead the production of the structural deliverables for projects.
• Analyze and design components of the superstructure for building projects.
• Mentor and train structural interns and EITs within the department and across business groups.
• Review structural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines and resolve conflicts in a timely manner.
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Conduct design development and contract document work sessions at project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload through the design phases in order to complete the documents on schedule.
• Perform construction administration (CA) tasks such as submittal review, respond to requests for information (RFI’s) and other coordination tasks with contractors in the field during construction.
• Coordinate and assist with affected disciplines, with any addendum, change proposal requests and change orders, and incorporate agreed‑upon changes into the project documents.
• Write and edit structural specifications, select procedures, materials and their respective sizes, and complete necessary calculations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng)
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Architectural Engineering; Structural emphasis.
• A minimum of 4 years’ structural engineering experience.
• 7 years’ structural engineering experience.
• Experience with design of Data Center projects or large industrial projects is strongly encouraged.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Pay Transparency Ohio: $78,610 - $129,145.

Primary Location

United States – Ohio – Columbus

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular Business Class Building Structural

Other Locations

United States – Ohio – Columbus