Lead Structural Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership = True Investment

A Culture of Mentorship and Collab

flex time program

flexible work environment

Job summary

MSA is seeking a Project Engineer – Structural to lead planning and design of building structures serving municipalities and infrastructure clients. This role emphasizes projects that support resilient communities and requires a PE license or pursuit, strong Revit and analysis skills, and the ability to manage scope from concept through construction.

This position is based out of our Iowa or Illinois offices, with flexible work options where possible, and offers mentorship, professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or related Engineering field (ABET-accredited).
• 4+ years of post-graduate experience (8+ with a Master’s degree).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, Structural Engineer (SE) preferred or expressed interest in obtaining.
• Expertise in structural engineering principles and building design standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Revit, structural modeling/analysis software, and Microsoft Office.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute structural design with a high degree of autonomy and technical judgment.
• Perform and validate engineering calculations and structural analyses.
• Develop detailed construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide field oversight during investigations and construction, resolving complex issues in real time.
• Serve as a client liaison for assigned projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination with civil, environmental, and architectural teams.
• Present technical recommendations at client meetings and agency reviews.
• Oversee scope, schedule, and budget for complex project phases.
• Anticipate risks and proactively guide mitigation strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering technical and professional growth.
• Contribute to proposals and new client pursuits.
• Support cross-selling and strategic growth initiatives.

Skills

Strong financial awareness

Autonomous with technical judgment

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Structural Engineer (SE) license preferred

Tools

Revit

structural modeling/analysis software

Microsoft Office

Job description

MSA is seeking a Project Engineer – Structural to lead planning and design of building structures serving municipalities and infrastructure clients. This role emphasizes projects that support resilient communities and requires a PE license or pursuit, strong Revit and analysis skills, and the ability to manage scope from concept through construction.

This position is based out of our Iowa or Illinois offices, with flexible work options where possible, and offers mentorship, professional