Licensed Structural Engineer

Freese and Nichols, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid overtime for salaried employees

Annual bonus

Access to company cabins

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Freese and Nichols, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Structural Engineer in Fort Worth, TX, to lead the analysis and design of various civil projects. This role involves managing project scopes, budgets, and schedules while collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least six years of structural design experience. Benefits include a comprehensive package, paid overtime, and a flexible hybrid work model, allowing for up to 40% remote work.

Qualifications

• At least six years of structural design experience.
• Experience supervising engineering teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedules to deliver projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and execute projects.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Licensed Structural Engineer (SE) (preferred)

Job description

Licensed Structural Engineer – Fort Worth, TX

Freese and Nichols seeks a Licensed Structural Engineer to support a growing practice through technical execution and staff development across a range of project types, including heavy civil projects such as dams, flood and retaining walls, water treatment facilities, water transmission facilities, and low‑to‑mid‑rise commercial, educational, and industrial buildings.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design, construction administration, and preparation of technical reports, plans, and specifications for multiple concurrent projects.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedules to deliver projects within established constraints.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to analyze, design, and execute projects.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with internal and external project teams.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing tailored solutions that meet project needs.
• Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages growth and knowledge sharing.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Structural Engineer (SE).
• At least six years of structural design experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on Structural Engineering.
• Preferred: Licensed Structural Engineer (SE).
• Preferred: Project Management experience.
• Experience supervising engineering teams.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina. Flexible work environment: hybrid schedule with up to 40% remote work and an alternative schedule program offering a day off every other Friday.

About Freese and Nichols

With over 130 years of experience, Freese and Nichols plans, designs, and manages sustainable water and infrastructure projects across the United States, serving clients through innovative, practical, and high‑quality solutions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.