Lead Structural Engineer, PE — Diverse Building Projects

Socket.dev; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Professional development

Licensing fees paid

Flexible scheduling

Health plan options

Dental and vision

Job summary

Jackola Engineering & Architecture in Kalispell, MT is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license to join our Kalispell team and contribute to a wide variety of projects throughout Montana and the surrounding region.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, planners, and designers to create practical, high‑quality solutions for buildings that serve communities and businesses.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Structural or Civil Engineering. SE designation preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience following graduation from an accredited engineering program.
• Experience designing building structural systems utilizing wood, steel, concrete, and masonry.
• Strong understanding of building codes, structural analysis, and value engineering principles.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to mentor junior staff while managing project responsibilities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor structural design staff throughout project design and construction phases.
• Develop practical, efficient, and constructable structural solutions to meet project goals.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to develop structural concepts, systems, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, manufacturers, vendors, and internal project teams.
• Ensure structural designs meet Jackola's quality standards and project requirements.
• Utilize industry software to analyze gravity, lateral, and foundation loading systems.
• Support construction administration activities and respond to contractor questions during construction.
• Contribute to a positive team environment through technical leadership and professional collaboration.

Tools

Enercalc

RISA

Simpson

WoodWorks

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft 365

Job description

Jackola Engineering & Architecture in Kalispell, MT is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license to join our Kalispell team and contribute to a wide variety of projects throughout Montana and the surrounding region.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, planners, and designers to create practical, high‑quality solutions for buildings that serve communities and businesses.