Lead Structural Engineer | Design Leader & Project Mentor

ZCS; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

9 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance Plans (including HSA,

Job summary

ZCS is seeking a Lead Engineer in the structural discipline to lead projects from concept through construction, developing construction documents for timber, steel, concrete, and masonry structures.

You will perform structural calculations, manage project delivery, mentor staff, ensure code compliance, and collaborate with owners, architects, and consultants to deliver on time and on budget. This role requires travel across Oregon and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited civil engineering degree required
• 5+ years post-graduate structural engineering experience in a consulting firm
• PE/SE preferred but not required
• Strong technical and project management skills
• Ability to travel across Oregon occasionally
• Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of structures (timber, steel, concrete, masonry) and develop construction documents
• Perform structural calculations and prepare calculation packages for approvals
• Manage project delivery, track staff schedules and budgets
• Lead development through schematic to construction documents
• Ensure code compliance with IBC, OSSC, ASCE 41, AISC, ACI-318, NDS
• Collaborate with in-house teams, owners, architects, and sub-consultants
• Mentor entry-level staff and perform project management duties as needed

Skills

leadership

technical writing

project management

communication

critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

EnerCalc/StruCalc

RISA/STAAD Pro

Job description

ZCS is seeking a Lead Engineer in the structural discipline to lead projects from concept through construction, developing construction documents for timber, steel, concrete, and masonry structures.

You will perform structural calculations, manage project delivery, mentor staff, ensure code compliance, and collaborate with owners, architects, and consultants to deliver on time and on budget. This role requires travel across Oregon and strong leadership.