Lead Structural Engineer

Foth; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Foth is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join our team, focusing on industrial facilities and paper-related processes. The role emphasizes leadership, client interaction, and delivering robust structural designs.

The position is based in the United States with remote opportunities; travel to client sites and project locations will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Partner with manufacturing facility personnel to support plant operations, capital projects, reliability initiatives, and ongoing engineering improvements in an active industrial environment.
• Prepare structural calculations, construction documents, technical specifications, and design packages for industrial projects, with a primary focus on paper manufacturing and related process facilities.
• Evaluate structural integrity and load-carrying capacity of existing buildings and structures, including facility expansions, equipment installations, modifications, and renovation projects.
• Analyze, design, and detail structural solutions for manufacturing-related applications, including platforms, catwalks, mezzanines, equipment and utility supports, monorails, cranes, foundations, access structures, etc.
• Develop project scope, labor estimates, budgets, and schedules while serving as a technical resource for clients.
• Lead and mentor engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Utilize 3D laser scanning and point cloud data to support planning, design, clash detection, and coordination.
• Perform field investigations and obtain measurements to support assessments and development.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other design tools to develop drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate across disciplines while supporting multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Project Leadership

Client Coordination

Mentoring

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Structural Engineer who is passionate about helping clients solve complex challenges and is looking for opportunities to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact. This position is preferably based in our Green Bay, WI or Cincinnati, OH office locations. We will also consider fully remote candidates located within the United States who are willing and able to travel as required to support client projects, field work, and team collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partner with manufacturing facility personnel to support plant operations, capital projects, reliability initiatives, and ongoing engineering improvements in an active industrial environment.
• Prepare structural calculations, construction documents, technical specifications, and design packages for industrial projects, with a primary focus on paper manufacturing and related process facilities.
• Evaluate the structural integrity and load-carrying capacity of existing buildings and structures, including facility expansions, equipment installations, modifications, and renovation projects.
• Analyze, design, and detail structural solutions for a variety of manufacturing-related applications, including platforms, catwalks, mezzanines, equipment and utility supports, monorails, cranes, foundations, access structures, and other industrial systems.
• Develop project scope, labor estimates, budgets, and schedules while serving as a technical resource and point of contact for clients throughout project execution.
• Lead and mentor engineers, designers, and multidisciplinary project teams to successfully deliver high-quality engineering solutions that meet client objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Utilize and manage 3D laser scanning technologies and point cloud data to support project planning, engineering design, clash detection, and construction coordination.
• Perform field investigations and obtain measurements of existing structures, equipment, and utility systems to support engineering assessments and project development.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other engineering design tools to develop construction drawings, structural models, and project documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with structural, mechanical, process, electrical, and other engineering disciplines while supporting multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Structural Engineering, or an equivalent combination of technical education and relevant industry experience.
• 10+ years of progressive structural engineering experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, or heavy industrial facilities.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to serve as Engineer of Record for applicable projects.
• Demonstrated experience designing industrial buildings, structures, and related facility infrastructure in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing structural engineering support for industrial manufacturing facilities, including paper mills, converting operations, chemical processing facilities, or similar heavy industrial environments.
• Experience delivering engineering and construction support for operating industrial facilities, including field investigations, construction observation, equipment installation projects, shutdowns, facility upgrades, and coordination with plant operations personnel.
• Licensed in Illinois and/or California, or experience supporting projects within those jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with 3D scanning technologies, point cloud workflows, and BIM coordination in an industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and work directly with clients from concept development through detailed design, construction, and project closeout.

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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